2021 Dacia Sandero Comfort TCE 1.0L Petrol · BV71 CXY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to consumables. While the recent test in July 2025 at 78,580 miles resulted in a pass, it revealed multiple advisories regarding tyre condition across the axles. This follows a failure in August 2024 where both front tyres were below the legal limit, suggesting that the owner only replaces essential components once they reach the point of MOT failure. The mileage profile is high for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging over 15,000 miles per annum. A significant interval of 18,860 miles occurred between the August 2024 and July 2025 tests, indicating the car is used consistently for high-mileage tasks, likely motor work or long-distance commuting. This rapid rate of accumulation typically places greater stress on drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and braking systems compared to lower-mileage city cars. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry, as the repeated edge wear on the front tyres noted in July 2025 often points to misaligned tracking or worn shock absorbers. The cracking and perishing noted on the offside rear outer tyre in 2025 suggests the rubber components are aging or suffering stress despite having sufficient tread depth. Given the high mileage, the brake discs and calipers should be checked for thinning and uneven wear, as the service history shows no evidence of preventative maintenance beyond addressing MOT-related failures.