2022 Dacia Sandero Comfort TCE 1.0L Petrol · GF22 XKX

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate following a successful test on 1 June 2026 at 25,541 miles. While the car passed its most recent inspection, the maintenance trend shows a concerning spike in mechanical issues compared to the clean record from May 2025. The transition from a fault-free status to multiple major failures within a single month in May 2026 suggests that the vehicle may have suffered from a sudden component failure or a period of neglected maintenance prior to the test. The recorded mileage of 25,541 miles over four years aligns with a typical usage pattern of approximately 6,385 miles per annum. This consistent, moderate accumulation indicates the car has likely been used for regular short-to-medium distance commuting rather than sitting idle for extended periods. The lack of recorded history prior to 2025 is expected given the age of the vehicle, though the jump from zero advisories in May 2025 to the significant mechanical failures recorded in May 2026 warrants closer scrutiny of the owner's servicing habits. A prospective buyer must inspect the cooling system thoroughly, as the water pump failure and missing auxiliary drive belt indicate a significant breakdown in the drivetrain's integrity. Even though these items were rectified to secure the pass, verify that the timing belt or auxiliary belt tensioner was not damaged during the failure. Furthermore, the recurring advisory regarding the nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge points toward a potential tracking or suspension geometry misalignment. Check the front suspension bushes and steering rack for play, as uneven tyre wear on a low-mileage vehicle often signals underlying alignment issues that remain unaddressed despite the recent tyre observation.