2014 DACIA DUSTER LAUREATE DCI 4X21.5L Diesel

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a clean MOT record following a brief failure period. The most recent test in July 2025 at 138,803 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical and safety systems currently meet the minimum legal standards. This follows two consecutive clean passes in 2024 and 2022, suggesting that the current owner is maintaining the vehicle to a standard that prevents recurring mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per annum. There is a significant jump in usage recorded between February 2023 and June 2024, where the vehicle covered 33,000 miles in just 16 months. This period of high intensity often accelerates wear on consumable components such as shock absorbers, suspension bushes, and brake hardware. However, the lack of advisories in the subsequent-mileage tests suggests the vehicle has handled this increased load without immediate structural degradation. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the lower suspension and drivetrain components given the high mileage of 138,000 miles. While the MOT record is clean, the Dacia Duster of this era frequently develops play in wish arm bushes or worn drop links which do not always trigger a failure. Check for corrosion on the exhaust system and mounting points, as MOT tests only flag structural rust once it becomes a safety risk. Testing the brake discs for thinning and checking for binding calipers is also advisable to ensure the high mileage has not led to uneven wear across the braking system.