2020 Dacia Duster Essential TCE 4X2 1.0L Petrol · FP70 OEE

The vehicle presents a consistent history of passing, though recent records indicate a lapse in attention regarding consumable maintenance. In the most recent test in October 2025 at 31,128 miles, the tester flagged a failing nearside front tyre for being near the legal limit with uneven edge wear and visible cracking. The presence of child seats in the rear also prevented a full inspection of the adult seat belts, suggesting a potential oversight by the owner during the testing process. While the vehicle passed despite these issues, the condition of the front tyres indicates that immediate replacement is required to ensure safety and prevent further uneven wear. At 31,128 miles over six years, this Duster has averaged approximately 5,200 miles per year. This low annual mileage profile typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it can lead to dry rot in rubber elements, as seen with the cracking tyre surface. The 2024 inspection at 26,906 miles noted minor wear on the front brake discs and a chip in the windscreen, yet neither constituted a mechanical failure at that time. The record shows a vehicle that has been used lightly, which generally benefits the structural integrity and suspension components over time. The mechanical trend appears relatively stable, moving from a tyre pressure monitoring system failure in 2023 to minor wear-related advisories in the more recent tests. There is no evidence of structural corrosion or recurring mechanical failures in the provided data, which is a positive sign for a vehicle of this age. A buyer should verify the state of all four tyres and check the adult seat belt function personally, as these were obstructed during the last inspection. Beyond these items, the low mileage suggests the vehicle has significant service life remaining provided the service intervals have been followed to compensate for the effects of sitting.