2014 Dacia Duster 1.5L Diesel · GC14 FET

The 2014 Dacia Duster presents a stable and reassuring roadworthiness profile based on the available DVSA MOT records. The most recent test, conducted on 5 February 2024 at 72,863 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean sheet is consistent with the broader trend across the history file, which shows no recurring mechanical or structural advisories since at least January 2022. The maintenance trend is stable, with no evidence of worsening faults or neglected wear items. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 6,072 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and suggests regular, steady use rather than prolonged standing or excessively high annual mileage. The gap between the January 2023 test at 67,620 miles and the February 2024 test at 72,863 miles accounts for approximately 5,243 miles over thirteen months, a normal rate. There are no suspicious jumps or unexplained plateaus in the odometer record that would raise concern about clocking or extended periods off the road. The two recorded failures, on 25 January 2022 and 5 February 2024, both list no defects. These are most likely administrative or equipment-related failures, such as a faulty brake tester connection or an emissions reading issue at the station, rather than genuine mechanical faults. The subsequent retest on the same day in February 2024 passed cleanly, reinforcing that interpretation. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. The Duster's platform is known to develop suspension bush and coil spring corrosion on higher-mileage examples, particularly around the rear axle and front lower arms. Brake disc and pad condition should be verified, as binding calipers and uneven wear are common on vehicles used for short trips or light off-road work. The underbody and sills merit close attention for structural corrosion, especially if the vehicle has been used on salted roads without underseal maintenance. Exhaust emissions should be checked under load, as diesel particulate filter efficiency can degrade without triggering an MOT failure until the threshold is severe. Tyre condition and alignment should also be inspected, given the vehicle's likely mixed-use history.