2015 Dacia Sandero 1.1L Petrol · FY65 CCE

The 2015 Dacia Sandero passed its most recent MOT on 23 September 2025, though it carried advisories relating to both front tyres being worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear. Examining the full DVSA history, the vehicle has recorded four consecutive passes over the 2022 to 2025 period, with no failure items at any point. Advisories are not failures but serve as forward-looking warnings issued by the tester, and in this case the appearance of front tyre wear advisories on two consecutive tests in 2022 and 2025 suggests a recurring pattern of front axle tyre degradation that warrants closer inspection. Overall the maintenance trend appears stable in terms of pass status, but the recurring nature of the tyre advisory indicates the front wheels may be subject to conditions promoting uneven wear that should be investigated before purchase. With 84,198 recorded miles spread over approximately eleven years, the Sandero has covered a broadly average annual mileage of around 7,650 miles per year. This figure is consistent with typical mixed private and light commercial use and does not point to either excessive motorway mileage or extended periods of standing idle. The mileage progression between tests appears steady, with no evidence of significant gaps that might suggest dormant periods or any rapid accumulation that could indicate a discrepancy. From a mechanical perspective, this level of usage on a Sandero of this age places wear reasonably across consumables such as brake components, clutch material, and suspension bushes, but nothing outside what the vehicle was engineered to tolerate over its expected lifespan. For a prospective buyer, the recurring front tyre edge wear advisory should be treated as the priority inspection point. Edge wear on both nearside and offside fronts typically points to issues with wheel alignment, suspension geometry, or worn components such as track rod ends, wishbone bushes, or top mount bearings. During a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, and pay attention to steering behaviour including pulling to one side, vagueness on centre, or uneven steering return. It would be prudent to request a current four-wheel alignment check and to inspect the front suspension joints and bushes for play or perishing, as the cost of replacement bushes or re-alignment is modest but the consequences of ignoring uneven tyre wear include compromised braking stability and potential MOT failure at the next test. Beyond the advisory items, a vehicle of this age and mileage warrants attention to several time-based rather than mileage-based degradation factors. Inspect the nearside and offside tyre sidewalls closely for perishing or cracking, as eleven-year-old rubber compounds harden regardless of tread depth. Check the brake discs for any visible lipping or surface corrosion, particularly if the car has stood for extended periods, and verify that the calipers are releasing correctly by confirming the wheels rotate freely when cool. Under the bonnet, examine the 12V battery for date stamps or signs of sluggish cranking, inspect coolant and brake fluid for age-related discolouration, and verify the timing belt replacement interval if applicable, as the Renault-derived 1.2 or 0.9 TCe engines have specific scheduled replacement points. Finally, confirm the service book stamps and ensure that the most recent service intervals have been completed on schedule, as consistent servicing records are a stronger indicator of long-term mechanical health than MOT outcomes alone.