2008 Ssangyong Rexton 2.7L Diesel · RN08 EDS
2008 Ssangyong Rexton (2.7L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 135,926 miles. MOT expired on 22 Nov 2023.
- Make & Model
- SSANGYONG REXTON
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 135,926 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RN08 EDS Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 24/03/2025
- 135,926 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 23 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RN08 EDS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ssangyong Rexton (RN08 EDS) between November 2022 and March 2025.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 March 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Offside Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become d”; “Nearside Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become ”; “Offside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”.
RN08 EDS Mileage History
- 23/11/2022132,144 mi
- 24/03/2025135,926 mi+3,782 mi
Average of roughly 1,621 miles per year across 2 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
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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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