2018 Dacia Logan 1.5L Diesel · DP18 TKT

The 2018 Dacia Logan most recently passed its MOT on 22 July 2026, though the test noted four advisories relating to tyre condition and wheel integrity. Two advisories concerned nearside front and offside rear tyres worn close to the legal limit on their edges, a nearside front tyre with a shallow cut not penetrating to the ply or cords, and an offside rear road wheel described as slightly distorted. Reviewing the prior four consecutive test passes from 2021 through 2025, all were recorded with no defects or advisories whatsoever, indicating that the wear-related observations in 2026 represent a relatively sudden cluster rather than a gradual deterioration trend. The maintenance pattern overall suggests a generally well-maintained vehicle that has, at this milestone, reached a service interval where consumable components, particularly the tyres, are beginning to reach the end of their effective service life. With approximately 48,055 miles recorded over eight years, the Logan is averaging around 6,000 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and class. There is no evidence of either unusually low usage that would prompt concerns about standing degradation or excessive mileage accumulation that would suggest premature mechanical wear. Consistent year-on-year annual MOT tests with steadily increasing mileages point to regular, ordinary driving rather than long periods of inactivity. This pattern is mechanically favourable, as the brake discs, calipers, suspension components, and drivetrain will have been exercised consistently, reducing the likelihood of corrosion seizing, fluid degradation through stagnation, or rubber component perishing from disuse. The advisories recorded at the most recent test warrant close attention prior to purchase. The nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on its edge and the nearside front tyre with a cut, combined with the offside rear tyre similarly worn on its edge, suggest that a full replacement set or at minimum a pair replacement may be imminent. Edge wear in particular can indicate issues with wheel alignment, suspension geometry, or tracking, so a prospective buyer should request evidence of a recent four-wheel alignment check and inspect the tyres for uneven shoulder wear patterns. The offside rear road wheel described as slightly distorted is a more significant concern, as a distorted wheel can compromise tyre seating, induce vibration at speed, and potentially affect braking balance. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for any wheel imbalance sensation through the steering or seat, monitor for brake shudder under heavy application, and inspect the rear wheel visually for any visible lateral or radial run-out when jacked. Beyond the recorded defects, a vehicle of this age and mileage warrants several practical inspection points regardless of the clean prior history. Brake discs on a Logan of this age commonly exhibit surface corrosion, particularly at the friction edges, and calipers can begin to bind, so a test drive should include several firm stops from moderate speed to confirm the vehicle pulls straight and that no grinding or squealing is heard. The twelve-volt battery should be load-tested, as batteries in vehicles of this age frequently fail without warning, particularly if the car has been used for short journeys. Time-based servicing items should also be verified, including the condition and replacement date of the engine coolant, brake fluid (which degrades hygroscopically and should typically be renewed every two years regardless of mileage), and the timing belt or cam belt interval, which on Dacia Logan petrol engines is a critical replacement item, usually due around five to six years or 60,000 miles. Finally, the underside should be examined for any fluid seepage from the shock absorbers, driveshaft gaiters, or engine sump, and the exhaust system checked for corrosion at the mounting brackets and joint seals, which commonly perish with age.