2004 Ssangyong Rexton 2.9L Diesel · FX04 VPR
2004 Ssangyong Rexton (2.9L, diesel). First registered 26 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 105,248 miles. MOT expired on 27 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- SSANGYONG REXTON
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,248 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FX04 VPR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 15/04/2025
- 105,248 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 22 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FX04 VPR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Ssangyong Rexton (FX04 VPR) between April 2023 and April 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 15 April 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Lighting (13 issues), Steering (7 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 32 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.18 plate limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmemb”; “Steering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))”.
FX04 VPR Mileage History
- 24/04/202399,389 mi
- 27/04/202399,576 mi+187 mi
- 24/04/2024103,118 mi+3,542 mi
- 29/04/2024103,128 mi+10 mi
- 15/04/2025105,248 mi+2,120 mi
Average of roughly 2,964 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for SsangYong (KGM) SsangYong Rexton
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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Common Problems: SSANGYONG REXTON
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 4WD Vacuum Hub Failure(Moderate)
On older Rexton models (pre-2017), the vacuum seals in the front hubs can perish, preventing 4WD engagement.
- Fuel Injector Seizure(Serious)
On the 2.7L diesel (Mercedes-derived), injectors can seize into the cylinder head, making them extremely difficult to replace.
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