2009 Ssangyong Rexton 2.7L Diesel · FJ09 LZA

The most recent MOT test on 11 April 2023 recorded a failure at 111,868 miles, yet the DVSA entry lists no defects. This leaves the current roadworthiness status unverified and the maintenance trend impossible to judge from the data. Prior to that, the vehicle passed on 3 February 2022 at 107,340 miles after two consecutive failures on 1 February 2022 (107,339 miles) and 3 December 2021 (107,333 miles), all three also showing no recorded defects. The pattern of repeated failures with blank defect fields suggests administrative or presentation errors in the record rather than a clear mechanical decline or improvement. The odometer moved from 107,333 miles in December 2021 to 111,868 miles by April 2023, a gain of 4,535 miles over roughly sixteen months. That equates to under 3,400 miles per year, well below the 6,580 miles per annum average for a 2009 vehicle. The sparse history shows only four tests across the final documented years, with a long gap before the 2022 cluster. Low annual use of this SsangYong Rexton implies prolonged standing periods, which typically accelerate corrosion and degrade rubber suspension bushes and brake caliper seals through lack of movement. A buyer must physically inspect the underside for structural rust, particularly chassis rails and suspension mounting points, given the age and intermittent use. The blank failure reasons deny insight into brake discs, coil springs, or exhaust emissions, so the tester should confirm none bind or leak. Check all tyres for sidewall cracking from storage and verify the 4x4 drivetrain engages without backlash. Given the undocumented 2023 failure, treat the vehicle as not roadworthy until a fresh test or professional inspection clears it. The previous owner skipped consistent annual testing, a sign basic upkeep may have lapsed between the 2021 and 2022 entries.