2013 DACIA DUSTER1.5L Diesel

The Dacia Duster presents a currently roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 7 January 2026 at 94,430 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, though the same date also shows a failed test at identical mileage with no defects listed, indicating an administrative or procedural failure rather than a mechanical fault. Prior tests in June 2025 at 90,464 miles, May 2024 at 84,117 miles, and June 2023 at 74,595 miles all passed cleanly with no advisories raised. The recorded mileage of 94,430 over roughly 13 years equates to about 7,264 miles per year, a typical usage rate for this vehicle class. Annual increments stayed consistent: 9,478 miles between June 2023 and May 2024, then 6,347 to June 2025, and 3,966 to January 2026. No prolonged standing periods or sudden high-mileage bursts appear in the data. The MOT history is sparse and entirely clean, with no corrosion, suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions issues ever flagged across the five entries. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection despite the unblemished record. The absence of advisories means worn coil springs, binding calipers, or structural rust were never noted, but DVSA tests do not strip components. Check underside for corrosion and inspect suspension arms for play. Verify the January 2026 failure cause with the selling garage, as a no-defect fail often stems from documentation or test centre error. Given the low annual mileage and clean pass sequence, previous owners likely kept basic upkeep current without neglect. The Duster shows no recurring problem trend and no serious mechanical risk in the official data. Treat the vehicle as mechanically sound on paper, subject to confirmation of the anomalous 2026 failure entry.