2004 Ssangyong Rexton 2.7L Diesel · RX54 MXE
2004 Ssangyong Rexton (2.7L, diesel). First registered 06 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 126,428 miles. MOT expired on 13 Sept 2023.
- Make & Model
- SSANGYONG REXTON
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Sept 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,428 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RX54 MXE Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/09/2022
- 126,428 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RX54 MXE 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 2004 Ssangyong Rexton (RX54 MXE) between September 2022 and September 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 September 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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 Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
RX54 MXE Mileage History
- 09/09/2022126,426 mi
- 15/09/2022126,428 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 125 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: Below Average
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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