2015 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · CE15 FNH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative upkeep. While the most recent test in May 2024 at 83,113 miles resulted in a clean pass, this followed a significant failure involving multiple mechanical and electrical defects. The presence of fractured front anti-roll bar linkages and multiple lighting failures—including headlamps and indicators—suggests that essential components were only addressed once they became legally necessary to pass the inspection. The' profile is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year over its eleven-year lifespan. This low annual mileage suggests light use, yet there is a notable gap in records between April 2021 (71,068 miles) and April 2023 (74,606 miles), during which the car covered only 3,438 miles in two years. Such periods of inactivity often correlate with the degradation of rubber components, such as bushes and tyres, which can perish or develop over time irrespective of distance driven. A buyer should inspect the suspension system thoroughly, as the simultaneous failure of both front anti-roll bar linkages in 2024 indicates potential accelerated wear across the front-end assembly. The 2021 failure regarding a bald tyre with inner edge wear and a structural cut is a classic symptom of incorrect alignment or worn suspension geometry, which should be verified to ensure the car is not scrubbing through its current set of tyres. Electrical attention should also be paid to the lighting circuit. The 2024 failure noted multiple stop lamp and headlamp issues that may indicate wiring faults or bulb inconsistencies that were previously ignored. While no structural corrosion advisories have appeared in the history, the recurring nature of minor mechanical failures suggests the vehicle has historically been operated to the limit of its MOT requirements without a rigorous service regimen. A physical check of the chassis for surface rust remains advisable, though the recorded data does not currently highlight structural integrity concerns.