2020 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · AE20 SWJ

The 2020 Dacia Sandero presents a completely stable and exemplary maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 5 June 2025 at 15,765 miles with zero defects recorded. This indicates a vehicle that has required no remedial mechanical or structural intervention to meet roadworthiness standards throughout its documented history. The absence of any advisories or failures across all three recorded tests suggests meticulous upkeep and a lack of underlying mechanical degradation. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging just 2,628 miles annually. Between the 14 June 2023 test at 11,434 miles and the 14 June 2024 test at 15,374 miles, the car covered 3,940 miles, yet the subsequent twelve months up to the 5 June 2025 test saw a mere 391 miles added. Such minimal recent use raises the possibility of prolonged standing, which can cause flat-spotting on tyres and corrosion on brake discs despite the low overall mileage. Although the MOT record is entirely free of defects, the extreme low-mileage profile necessitates a focused physical inspection of components susceptible to deterioration from standing. A buyer should closely examine the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, as the rubber may have perished despite retaining deep tread depth. The brake discs must be inspected for surface corrosion that can develop during prolonged stationary periods, potentially causing binding or vibration upon application. Suspension bushes and exhaust mountings should also be checked for perishing, as short-trip driving and standing accelerate the deterioration of rubber components compared to consistent, longer journeys.