2017 Ssangyong Tivoli 1.6L Diesel · NV67 CVG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 69,738 miles passed, the tester identified new play in both front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints. This indicates a progression of suspension wear that follows a period of significant mechanical neglect. The overall condition is marginally stable, suggesting that components are now reaching the end of their functional life simultaneously. At 69,738 miles over nine years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 7,750 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light-duty use for its age. However, the data shows a significant gap in testing between January 2024 and March 2025, where the car covered nearly 9,000 miles in just eleven months. This rapid burst of mileage, combined with the failure in December 2024 for engine-management-related issues, suggests the vehicle may have been subjected to heavy use without immediate attention to the underlying MOT-related failures. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system and underbody corrosion. The record shows recurring issues with brake pipe corrosion, starting with excessive corrosion in January 2024 at 51,311 miles and persisting as missing clips and leaks into 2025. Although these were addressed, the pitting and scoring on the rear brake discs noted in 2025 suggest that the braking hardware has been neglected. The persistent oil leak mentioned in both 2024 and 2025 also requires verification to determine if it is a minor seal weeping or a more significant gasket failure. The front suspension requires immediate attention due to the flagged play in the anti-roll bar links. Given the previous failure for structural tyre damage and uneven wear in early 2024, the buyer should check the alignment and the condition of the suspension bushings. The 2024 failure regarding an inoperative Malfunction Indicator Lamp indicates that the engine's electronic monitoring was previously compromised, so a diagnostic scan is essential to ensure no hidden faults remain in the engine management system.