2021 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · EK70 FHL

This Dacia Sandero presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a notably clean bill of health. The most recent MOT, conducted on 2026-02-02 at 41,133 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This is a significant improvement over the 2025-01-27 test at 36,912 miles, where the tester flagged multiple tyre issues, including perishing, deep cracking, and wear close to the legal limit. The fact that these advisories were fully rectified by the February 2026 test suggests the previous owner addressed the tyre condition promptly, indicating a responsive rather than neglectful approach to vehicle upkeep. The mileage accumulation of roughly 8,227 miles per year is entirely typical for a five-year-old vehicle, and the progression between tests is consistent. Between January 2024 at 33,140 miles and January 2025 at 36,912 miles, the car covered 3,772 miles. The subsequent interval from January 2025 to February 2026 shows 4,221 miles added, a slight uptick but well within normal parameters. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer record that would suggest long periods of disuse or tampering. Despite the clean recent result, a buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection focused on the components that previously drew attention. The 2025 advisory regarding perished and cracked tyres across all four wheels raises questions about how long those tyres had been deteriorating before replacement. Check the current tyre dates, sidewall condition, and tread depth carefully, as Dacia Sandero models on standard suspension can show uneven wear patterns if alignment has drifted. Inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for any play or corrosion, particularly given the car's age and typical urban use. Examine the brake discs, pads, and calipers for binding or uneven wear, and verify that the exhaust emissions remain stable under load. While the structural integrity appears sound based on the clean 2024 and 2026 results, a close visual check of the underbody, sills, and subframes for surface corrosion remains prudent on any five-year-old vehicle.