2018 Ssangyong Rexton 2.2L Diesel · KT18 JWL

The most recent MOT, conducted on 29 May 2026 at 67,885 miles, returned a clean pass with zero defects. That is a marked improvement over the February 2025 test at 56,922 miles, where the tester flagged slight corrosion on all four brake hose ferrules, worn front anti-roll bar linkage bushes, and corrosion on the rear sub-frame. The trend in maintenance appears to be resolving rather than worsening. The 2025 advisories suggest the vehicle sat or was driven in damp, corrosive conditions at that time, but the subsequent clean pass indicates either a thorough service interval or replacement of the flagged components before the 2026 re-test. The mileage profile is consistent and unremarkable for an eight-year-old vehicle. Between July 2022 and July 2023, the odometer moved from 35,920 to 46,387 miles, a jump of roughly 10,467 miles in twelve months. The following two years to May 2025 saw a steadier accumulation of about 11,535 miles, and the final recorded interval to May 2026 added 10,963 miles. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden drops. Annual mileage sits close to the 8,500-mile average, pointing to regular, mixed-use driving rather than prolonged standing or extreme short-hop use. Despite the clean 2026 result, a buyer should still inspect the underbody carefully. The 2025 flag for rear sub-frame corrosion, even though noted as not seriously weakened, warrants a close look for any progression, particularly around mounting points and box sections. The earlier advisories on all four brake hose ferrules suggest the vehicle may have been exposed to road salt or standing water; check the hard lines and ABS sensor wiring for similar corrosion patterns. The worn front anti-roll bar linkage bushes from the 2025 test may have been replaced, but listen for clunking over low-speed bumps to confirm. The July 2023 failure for a worn nearside track rod end ball joint and perished tyres indicates a period of neglected consumable checks. Inspect the inner edges of all four tyres for uneven wear and have the front end raised to check for play in tie rods and track rod ends. The offside front seat belt fraying flagged in 2023 should have been addressed, but visually confirm the webbing runs cleanly through the stalk and retracts fully.