2018 Dacia Duster 1.6L Petrol · HT67 MPX

The vehicle achieved a pass on 3 February 2026 at 109,663 miles following immediate rectification of significant mechanical defects. The maintenance trend appears reactive rather than preventative, as the car failed the same day due to a seriously misaligned nearside front track rod end and an excessively worn suspension arm ball joint. While the engine malfunction indicator lamp and tyre pressure monitoring system faults were addressed to secure the pass, the recurrence of TPMS issues dating back to the February 2024 test suggests a persistent electrical or sensor niggle that previous owners have neglected to fully resolve. This Duster has accumulated substantial mileage, covering roughly 11,300 miles between the February 2024 and February 2025 tests. The odometer jumped from 90,936 miles to 102,211 miles during this period, indicating heavy daily use. Although the accumulation slowed to approximately 7,400 miles in the last year, the total figure of 109,663 miles is high for an eight-year-old vehicle. Such consistent heavy driving places considerable stress on drivetrain components and suspension geometry, which aligns with the recent steering and suspension failures. You must prioritise a detailed inspection of the front suspension and steering assembly. The tester flagged a severely worn ball joint and misaligned track rod end only months ago, so verify that replacement parts were high quality and fitted correctly. Check the dashboard for any warning lights, specifically ensuring the engine management light illuminates during self-test and extinguishes, rather than remaining inoperative. Finally, examine the tyre tread depth and the nearside headlamp alignment, as these were recorded defects in February 2026 and could indicate underlying electrical issues or poor upkeep of consumables.