2018 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · DF18 OUL

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 24 June 2026 with no defects recorded. The overall maintenance trend appears stable and improving, as evidenced by three consecutive clean passes since 2024. While earlier records from 2021 and 2022 indicate some neglect regarding basic consumables and critical braking components, the recent lack of advisories suggests a more consistent approach to vehicle upkeep in the last few years. With a recorded mileage of 61,644 miles over approximately eight years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 7,706 miles per annum. This represents a typical usage profile for a small hatchback, suggesting that the drivetrain and chassis have not been subjected to excessive wear or extreme long-distance stress. However, this moderate mileage means that standard wear and tear items such as suspension components and brake linings will be reaching a natural point of degradation and should be scrutinized. Prospective buyers should pay particular attention to the braking system given the 2022 failure involving seriously weakened front brake discs. Although these were replaced to pass the test, it is essential to inspect the current discs for uneven wear or corrosion and to feel for any shuddering through the brake pedal during a test drive. Additionally, the 2023 advisory regarding a perishing rear tyre sidewall indicates that the rubber may have been subject to age-related degradation. A thorough physical inspection of all four tyre sidewalls is required to ensure there is no cracking or perishing, which can compromise structural integrity regardless of the remaining tread depth. Given the vehicle age, further attention should be directed toward the chassis and fluid health. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of splitting or corrosion, and listen for any clunks or knocks when traversing uneven surfaces. As the car is now eight years old, verify the service history to ensure that calendar-based maintenance, such as coolant and brake fluid flushes, has been performed. Finally, check the 12V battery health and the condition of the windscreen wiper blades, as these were previous points of failure and are common wear items that often degrade over time.