2014 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · CU14 LLR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on April 2, 2026 at 68,513 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a reactive pattern rather than proactive care. The car failed that same test earlier in the day due to multiple defects, including a low offside headlamp aim, an inoperative leveling device, and an offside front tyre with insufficient tread depth. While these issues were rectified to achieve the pass, the recurring failures suggest the owner only addresses faults when necessitated by the annual inspection. At 12 years old, the recorded mileage of 68,513 miles represents an average of approximately 5,700 miles per year. This is significantly below the national average, suggesting the vehicle was used for short trips or remained stationary frequently. Between March 2024 at 50,316 miles and April 2025 at 58,175 miles, the car covered 7,859 miles. This low annual usage often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and seals despite the low mechanical wear. A physical inspection must focus on the front sub-frame, which was flagged for corrosion in April 2025. Although the tester noted it was not seriously weakened, surface rust on low-mileage vehicles can progress rapidly if not treated, affecting structural integrity. The buyer should also inspect the braking system, as the history shows thin front brake pads flagged in March 2024. Given the low mileage, check for seized calipers or pitted brake discs which are common in cars that sit for long periods between uses.