DACIA DUSTER ESSENTIAL TCE 4X22022 · 1.0L Petrol

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test on 3 April 2026 at 78,825 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a similarly clean result from the previous year, indicating the car has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is high for a four year old vehicle, averaging nearly 20,000 miles per year. Between the 20 May 2025 test at 73,823 miles and the April 2026 test, the car covered 5,002 miles in less than a year. This consistent, high-volume usage suggests the vehicle has spent most of its life on longer journeys, which is generally less taxing on the engine than short city trips, though it accelerates the wear of chassis and drivetrain components. Despite the clean MOT record, the high mileage necessitates a physical inspection of key consumables. A buyer should check the depth of the tyre treads and the thickness of the brake discs and pads, as these are wear items that may not trigger an MOT failure until they reach a critical limit. The suspension bushes and coil springs should also be examined for signs of fatigue or cracking given the total distance covered. The absence of any recorded corrosion or structural issues across the two tests is positive. However, the buyer should verify the service history to ensure the engine oil and filters have been changed at intervals appropriate for this level of usage. While the DVSA records show no faults, the high mileage means the vehicle is entering a phase where preventative maintenance on the drivetrain becomes critical to avoid future failures.