2014 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · HJ63 ACV

The 2026‑05‑21 MOT at 44,515 miles passed, confirming that the Dacia Sandero is presently roadworthy, yet the repeated near‑side front anti‑roll bar linkage wear flagged in the same test shows a modest worsening trend in suspension upkeep. Earlier tests from 2020 onward have been largely clean, but the 2025 failure at 41,979 miles for a fractured offside rear coil spring and the 2024 failure for excessively worn anti‑roll bar pins indicate that suspension components have been neglected intermittently. With a 2014 registration the vehicle has accumulated only about 3,700 miles per year, a figure well below the typical wear rate for a twelve‑year‑old car. Mileage jumps from 21,494 miles in 2017 to 24,525 miles in 2018 (3,031 miles) and then to 27,362 miles in 2019 (2,837 miles), after which the annual increase steadies around 2,500–3,000 miles, except for a brief 695‑mile interval between 2020 and 2021 that suggests a period of limited use. A buyer should therefore examine the near‑side and offside front anti‑roll bar pins and bushes for excessive play, test the rear service brake cylinder for seizure, and inspect the front coil spring for cracks or fractures, all of which have appeared in recent MOTs. Particular attention must be given to the condition of the brake discs and pads, as thin pads and pitted discs were recorded in 2020 and 2021, and to tyre tread depth, since several entries note wear close to the legal limit. Functional checks of the windscreen wipers, washer system and headlamp aim are also advisable, given the recurring 3.4 and 4.1 defects. Overall, the vehicle’s low mileage and recent pass suggest reasonable usage, but the pattern of suspension and brake‑related failures indicates that deferred maintenance may be occurring; a thorough in‑person inspection of the highlighted components is essential before purchase.