2014 Dacia Sandero 1.5L Diesel · EF14 AEO

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of intermittent testing failures. The most recent MOT conducted on 30 September 2025 at 128,931 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical issues which caused previous failures have been addressed. While the history shows two failures in 2024 and 2025, the clean sheet from the latest inspection suggests that the vehicle is currently maintained to an acceptable operational standard. At 128,931 miles over twelve years, the Sandero has averaged approximately 10,744 miles per annum, which aligns closely with typical national averages for a car of this age. The data shows a significant burst of activity between June 2024 and June 2025, where the car covered over 3,900 miles in just thirteen months. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for seals and mechanical components, though it places standard wear on consumable items like the suspension and drivetrain. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas that triggered the failures in June 2024 and June 2025. Although the record provided does not list the specific reasons for those failures, the proximity of the failures to the subsequent passes often points to component replacements such as suspension bushes, brake components, or exhaust leaks. Given the high mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the underbody and the condition of the control arms and dampers is essential to ensure no deep-seated rust is developing despite the recent MOT passes.