2013 Dacia Duster 1.5L Diesel · HJ63 ABK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following a successful MOT on February 10, 2026 at 29,627 miles. While the car failed a test just eight days prior at the same mileage, the subsequent pass with no recorded defects suggests that any minor-related issues were rectified immediately. The overall history indicates a consistent pattern of clean passes, with no evidence of recurring mechanical degradation or structural failure over the last four years. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,279 miles per year. Data shows a significant gap in usage between March 2023 and October 2024, where the vehicle covered only 4,826 miles over 19 months. The most recent interval between October 2024 and February 2026 saw a further 3,446 miles. This low mileage often implies reduced wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it increases the risk of component perish due to age and long periods of inactivity between operation. A buyer should physically inspect the condition of rubber components, such as suspension bushes, sidewalls, and wiper blades, which can crack and degrade when a vehicle sits stationary. Given the low usage, the tester should check for brake corrosion on discs and seized calipers that often occur from lack of use. While the MOT record shows no structural rust, a close inspection of the underbody is necessary to ensure that age-related oxidation has not led to hidden environmental corrosion despite the low mileage.