2016 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · CA65 AEN

The 2016 Dacia Sandero demonstrates stable roadworthiness based on its most recent MOT test on 2025-10-14 at 55,396 miles, which resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. However, the vehicle’s history shows a pattern of alternating pass/fail outcomes without recorded faults, including two fails on 2025-10-14 and 2024-10-18 at similar mileages. This suggests potential administrative or procedural issues rather than mechanical deterioration. No critical defects were flagged in the past three years, indicating the car has met baseline safety standards consistently. The vehicle’s mileage of 55,396 miles over 10 years equates to approximately 5,540 miles annually, significantly below average for its age. This low usage aligns with minimal wear on consumables but raises questions about long-term storage or infrequent operation. The 2023-10-16 test at 49,532 miles and subsequent 2024-10-18 test at 52,112 miles show a gradual 2,580-mile increase over 12 months, followed by a 3,284-mile jump to 55,396 by 2025-10-14. Such gaps could indicate periods of inactivity, potentially affecting components like the battery, fluids, or rubber seals. A buyer should inspect the suspension for aged bushes or coil springs, as low mileage may mask wear from static periods. Brake components, including discs and calipers, should be checked for corrosion or binding, particularly if the vehicle was stored. Structural integrity is not flagged in the record, but rust on the underbody or chassis may require closer examination. The absence of defects in recent tests is reassuring, but the lack of detailed fault reports limits insight into non-critical, long-term maintenance needs.