2013 Dacia Duster 1.6L Petrol · DY13 UVL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The recent February 2026 test at 46,778 miles followed a significant failure just six days prior at 46,744 miles. While the owner addressed the critical failures including a split CV boot and corroded brake pipes, the tester flagged a new advisory for the offside rear anti-roll bar linkage. This indicates a trend where suspension components are beginning to degrade simultaneously despite the vehicle's low mileage. At 13 years old, the Duster has covered a modest total of 46,778 miles, averaging upwards of roughly 3,600 miles per year. This low usage profile often suggests a vehicle that sits for long periods, which can lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and fluid systems. The record shows consistent annual testing, yet the mileage accumulation between February 2024 and February 2026 was only 7,236 miles, confirming that the wear is driven by age rather than the amount of road time the car has spent in. A buyer must scrutinise the entire braking system, as the persistent corrosion on all four brake pipes has appeared in every test record since 2024. The tester noted these pipes were covered in grease in 2025 and were deemed excessively corroded by early 2026, suggesting the previous owner attempted to mask surface rust rather than replace the lines. Physical inspection should also focus on the offside track rod end and the anti-roll bar linkage, as these have shown signs of play or wear in recent tests. The 2024 failure regarding exhaust emissions and lambda readings suggests potential issues with the engine management or exhaust integrity that require monitoring. Given the low mileage and the recurring issues with CV boots, check all rubber seals for cracking or dry rot caused by stationary time. Ensure the recent repairs to the brake pipes and CV boot were executed to a professional standard to prevent immediate failure in the near future.