2016 Ssangyong Tivoli 1.6L Diesel · SJ16 VJO
2016 Ssangyong Tivoli (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 63,165 miles. MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- SSANGYONG TIVOLI
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,165 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SJ16 VJO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2025
- 63,165 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SJ16 VJO 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 2016 Ssangyong Tivoli (SJ16 VJO) between January 2024 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
SJ16 VJO Mileage History
- 23/01/202452,223 mi
- 27/01/202559,744 mi+7,521 mi
- 03/02/202559,746 mi+2 mi
- 04/08/202563,163 mi+3,417 mi
- 27/08/202563,165 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 6,866 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for SsangYong (KGM) SsangYong Tivoli
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Common Problems: SSANGYONG TIVOLI
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Manual Clutch Wear(Moderate)
The clutch on manual 1.6L diesel models can wear out faster than expected, especially if used in heavy traffic.
- Engine Management and Sensor Faults(Moderate)
Various engine management sensors including camshaft, crankshaft, and boost pressure sensors can fail prematurely, causing warning lights and limp mode.
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- Manual Clutch WearModerate
The clutch on manual 1.6L diesel models can wear out faster than expected, especially if used in heavy traffic.
- Engine Management and Sensor FaultsModerate
Various engine management sensors including camshaft, crankshaft, and boost pressure sensors can fail prematurely, causing warning lights and limp mode.
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