SsangYong Korando car check
Find out if a Korando has outstanding finance, has been written off or stolen, how many owners it’s had, and which known problems apply to the generation you’re looking at.
Finance, stolen, write-off and owner history data provided by Experian. Results in under a minute.
- Typical price
- £11,864100 at dealers
- MOT failure rate
- 24.1%19k tests
- Known problems
- 5across C200 to C300
- Full report
- £7.49one-off, no subscription
Which Korando are you looking at?
Each Korando generation has its own weak spots. Pick the one you’re viewing to see what to check.
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Brake pipe corrosion
Safety risk C200, C300Brake pipe corrosion affects both generations at 10.4x the national fleet average, with the trend worsening over time. This is unusual for a relatively modern vehicle and suggests poor corrosion protection on brake lines. Even low-mileage vehicles show this defect, indicating a design or material issue rather than normal age-related deterioration.
What to check: Inspect all visible brake lines under the vehicle, paying particular attention to areas where pipes run close to the exhaust system or road spray zones. Look for surface rust, pitting, or obvious corrosion. Check brake fluid level in the reservoir - unexplained fluid loss may indicate internal pi...
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Propshaft bearing failure
Wear item C200The propshaft centre bearing supporting the two-piece propshaft fails prematurely on the C200 generation Korando. MOT data shows bearing wear occurring at 295x the national fleet average, making this the most documented mechanical failure on this model. The bearing is not serviceable separately and requires propshaft replacement. Later C300 generation uses a different propshaft design.
What to check: Get underneath the vehicle and visually inspect the propshaft centre bearing (mounted roughly halfway along the propshaft length). Look for obvious play in the bearing housing or rubber deterioration around the bearing mount. Check for grease leakage around the bearing - this indicates seal failu...
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Propshaft flexible coupling deterioration
Wear item C200The rubber flexible coupling (also called a flex disc or giubo) connecting the propshaft to the differential fails at 146x the national fleet average on C200 Korandos. This rubber component absorbs drivetrain shock but deteriorates with age and mileage. Failure creates excessive backlash in the drivetrain and can cause the propshaft to separate from the differential.
What to check: Inspect the rear of the propshaft where it connects to the differential. Look for cracked, perished, or missing chunks of rubber in the flexible coupling. Check for excessive play by attempting to rotate the propshaft by hand - there should be minimal movement.
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Parking brake inefficiency
Safety and MOT risk C200, C300The handbrake system shows poor efficiency at MOT test, failing at rates up to 30x the national average. This affects both generations and appears to worsen with age. The system uses rear disc brakes with cable-actuated mechanical calipers that are prone to seized mechanisms and cable stretch.
What to check: Check handbrake lever travel - it should engage within 6-8 clicks. More than 10 clicks indicates cable stretch or rear brake adjustment problems. Inspect the handbrake cables for fraying, corrosion, or seized outer cables where visible under the vehicle.
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Suspension joint dust cover deterioration
Wear item C200Rubber dust covers protecting suspension ball joints and CV joints deteriorate at 12.7x the national fleet average on C200 Korandos. While not immediately dangerous, split dust covers allow water and debris to contaminate the joint, leading to accelerated wear and eventual expensive replacement of the underlying component.
What to check: Inspect all visible suspension joints for torn, split, or missing rubber dust covers (boots). Check particularly the track rod ends, lower ball joints, and CV joint boots at the wheel hubs. Look for grease leakage around joints - this indicates the dust cover has failed and allowed lubricant to e...
We haven’t flagged any common problems for this generation in our data yet. A history check still tells you about finance, write-offs and theft, and the MOT history shows how this particular car has been looked after.
What Korandos cost at dealers now
From 100 used Korandos we track on UK dealer websites.
- Typical asking price
- £11,864
- Typical mileage
- 39,926 miles
- Price change vs last month
- -7.3%
Korando MOT results
of Korando MOT tests end in a fail, from 18,714 tests.
Most common reasons for failing
- Transmission shaft flexible coupling deterioratedBodywork
- Transmission shaft bearing wornBodywork
- Electrical wiring faultLights & Electrics
Check the Korando you’re buying
One report covers outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and previous owners from Experian, plus MOT history, mileage and the known problems for its generation.
Finance, stolen, write-off and owner history data provided by Experian.
What the check includes
- Outstanding finance Experian
- Write-off status Experian
- Stolen vehicle check Experian
- Previous owners and keeper history Experian
- MOT history and advisories DVSA
- Mileage check DVSA
- Known problems for its generation GetCarWise
- How many are left on the road DVLA
Korando questions
Is the SsangYong Korando reliable?
24.1% of Korando models fail their MOT based on 18,714 tests analysed. That’s about average for the class. There are 5 known problems to watch for, the most serious being brake pipe corrosion. A full history check shows whether a specific car has had related write-offs or insurance claims.
What are the main problems with a SsangYong Korando?
The most serious known issues are brake pipe corrosion, propshaft bearing failure, propshaft flexible coupling deterioration. Problems vary by generation, so check which apply to the year you’re looking at. Our car check flags whether a specific Korando has been written off or had insurance claims linked to these faults.
How do I check if a SsangYong Korando has outstanding finance?
Enter the registration on this page. We query Experian’s finance database and return any outstanding agreements within a minute. If finance is still owed, the finance company can legally repossess the car even after you’ve paid the seller. At £7.49 it’s the cheapest way to avoid a car that isn’t legally for sale.
How do I check if a SsangYong Korando has been written off?
Our check queries Experian’s insurance write-off database for Cat A, B, S and N markers. A Cat S or N Korando has been structurally or non-structurally damaged and repaired. This doesn’t mean it’s unsafe, but it affects resale value and some insurers won’t cover it. The check costs £7.49.
Can I check a SsangYong Korando for free?
You can check MOT history free on GOV.UK, which shows past test results and advisories. What it won’t show is outstanding finance, write-offs or theft markers, which are the things that actually cost you money after you’ve bought. Our full check adds all of that for £7.49, using Experian data.
Is a SsangYong Korando HPI check worth it?
HPI is one brand of car check. Our check uses the same Experian data covering finance, stolen, write-off and keeper history, plus MOT analysis and known Korando faults that HPI doesn’t include. At £7.49 it’s typically less than half the price of an HPI check.
What does a SsangYong Korando fail its MOT on?
The most common MOT failure on the Korando is transmission shaft flexible coupling deteriorated. 24.1% of Korando models fail overall, based on 18,714 tests. Checking a car’s full MOT history before buying shows you recurring problems the seller might not mention.
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Finance, stolen, write-off and owner history data provided by Experian. MOT data from DVSA. Known problems from GetCarWise analysis. Updated October 2026.