2017 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · HV67 YRY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a reactive pattern rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 47,052 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure involving multiple safety-critical items. The recurrence of worn tyres and brake component issues across different tests suggests that the owner only addresses faults when necessitated by an MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 47,052 miles, this nine-year-old Dacia has covered an average of approximately 5,228 miles per year. This low mileage profile is consistent across the records, showing only 3,603 miles driven between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 2,686 miles in the final year. However, such low-mileage usage often leads to degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the perishing on the offside rear tyre noted in March 2026, which indicates the vehicle may sit for long periods or undergo only very short trips. A buyer must personally inspect the front tyres thoroughly, as the March 2026 record flagged both as being worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear. This uneven wear often points to alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that remain unaddressed. Additionally, the offside rear shock absorber was noted for corrosion and casing damage; while not an immediate failure, this should be monitored for oil leaks that indicate imminent seal failure. The braking system requires attention as the nearside front brake disc was identified as worn in the most recent test. Given the low mileage, these discs may suffer from surface corrosion or pitting due to lack of use. The previously missing road wheel fixing in the 2025 test further reinforces a lack of attention to basic security, so a physical check of all wheel bolts for correct torquing is essential before purchase.