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2015 Dacia Sandero 1.1L Petrol · SB65 ABK

SB65 ABK

2015 Dacia Sandero (1.1L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2015. Recorded mileage 53,694 miles. MOT valid until 04 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
DACIA SANDERO
Year / Origin
2015 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 04 Jun 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
53,694 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 04 Jun 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2015
Engine
1149cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of clean passes recently. The most recent inspection conducted on 28 May 2025 at 45,256 miles resulted with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. This follows a period of three consecutive passes since the 2022 failure, suggesting that the previous owner successfully addressed any initial issues and maintained the vehicle to a standard that prevents faults. The mileage pattern is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,114 miles per year. Between September 2023 and May 2025, the car covered 14,071 miles, which reflects a moderate increase in usage. While low mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluids. The gap between the September 2022 failure and the subsequent pass on the same day shows a specific fault was rectified immediately but has not recurred in the following successful tests. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on rubber-based components that suffer from age rather than mileage. Check for cracking in tyre sidewalls, perished wiper blades, and aging suspension bushes, as the vehicle has likely sat for extended periods. Given the low usage, inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting caused by lack of frequent use. The structural integrity should also be verified by checking the underside for any accumulation of rust on the sills or floor pans, as the record does not flag any structural issues to date.
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SB65 ABK Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2026
  • 53,694 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

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SB65 ABK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 14:15
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Dacia Sandero (SB65 ABK) between September 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 28 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i)”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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SB65 ABK Mileage History

  1. 15/09/202331,185 mi
  2. 06/06/202435,623 mi+4,438 mi
  3. 28/05/202545,256 mi+9,633 mi
  4. 21/05/202653,694 mi+8,438 mi
  5. 28/05/202653,694 mi

Average of roughly 8,337 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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