2026 Dacia Sandero Stepway Extreme TCE 1.4L Petrol · K15 LFM

The 2019 Jeep Compass presents a mixed maintenance picture, with a clean pass recorded on 24 March 2026 at 77,043 miles, yet that result sits immediately after a significant failure on 10 March 2026 at 76,698 miles. The most recent failure flagged multiple suspension defects, including an offside front track rod end ball joint with excessive play, excessively worn nearside front suspension arm bushes, and excessively worn rear suspension arm bushes on both sides. Front brake discs were worn, pitted or scored, and the front service brake was fluctuating, while a minor exhaust flexi leak was also noted. The subsequent pass just fourteen days later indicates these items were rectified, but the concentration of front-end and rear suspension faults suggests a period of deferred maintenance rather than steady upkeep. The trend is currently improving on paper, though the underlying care pattern points to reactive repairs rather than consistent preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation of roughly 11,006 miles per year is broadly typical for a seven-year-old vehicle. The record shows a notable jump of 8,923 miles between the April 2025 pass at 67,775 miles and the March 2026 failure at 76,698 miles, indicating heavier recent use. The gap between the March 2025 and April 2026 tests covers a full twelve months, which is standard, but the rapid accumulation in that window implies sustained driving rather than long periods standing. The 2024 record is sparse, with only one test date logged, limiting visibility into mid-life maintenance. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front and rear suspension components that were flagged in March 2026. The track rod end ball joint and multiple suspension arm bushes were identified as excessively worn, so checking for play, perishing rubber, and any fresh replacement parts is essential. The front brake discs were worn and pitted, and the service brake was fluctuating, meaning the braking system should be examined for uneven disc thickness, caliper operation, and hydraulic integrity. The minor exhaust flexi leak also warrants a close look at the front pipe and flexi joint for heat damage or recent welding. Tyre condition has been a recurring advisory theme, with previous failures citing a nail in the nearside rear, cracking and perishing, and uneven wear on the offside front, so sidewall condition and tread depth across all four corners should be carefully assessed.