2018 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · CE68 OKF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a pattern of reactive maintenance regarding consumable components. While it passed the most recent test in May 2026 at 46,696 miles, the tester flagged an inoperative nearside rear registration lamp and front tyres reaching the legal limit, alongside a TPMS warning. This suggests that the owner only addresses defects once they trigger an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The trend remains inconsistent, as evidenced by multiple failures for tyres and mechanical components over the previous two years. At approximately eight years old, the recorded 46,696 miles represent a low annual usage rate of roughly 5,800 miles. However, the mileage pattern shows significant fluctuations in usage. Between May 2024 and May 2025, the vehicle covered over 10,000 miles, followed by another 13,000 miles in the following year. The low overall mileage likely explains the perishing of rear tyres noted in May 2024, as rubber deteriorates and cracks over time regardless of tread depth due to infrequent use. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and tyre assembly. The May 2024 failure identified a significantly worn offside front brake disc, which requires verification that the disc and associated pads were replaced as a pair. The recurring history of tyre failures—including mismatched sizes on a single axle and structural tears in 2025—indicates a lack of attention to basic safety. Additionally, the internal nearside door mechanism and the wiper blade assembly, flagged in 2025, should be checked to ensure they are fully functional and not merely temporary fixes.