2025 Dacia Sandero Stepway Extreme TCE Petrol · KL57 KAY

Absence of any recorded MOT tests leaves the vehicle’s roadworthiness unverified, meaning there is no documented evidence of either recurring failures or a clean compliance history to inform a buyer’s risk assessment. Without a single pass or failure entry, the trend for this 2025 Dacia Sandero Stepway Extreme TCe cannot be established, and the lack of data itself becomes the primary mechanical concern. Mileage information is also unavailable, so the typical annual accumulation that might be expected for a five‑year‑old model—roughly ten to twelve thousand miles per year—cannot be confirmed or contrasted against the vehicle’s actual use. The combination of unknown mileage and no MOT record prevents any inference about wear levels on drivetrain, suspension or tyre life, and it obliges the buyer to treat the car as essentially a “blank slate” until verified by an on‑site examination. Because no MOT advisories or failures are on file, a comprehensive pre‑purchase inspection should still target the areas most prone to wear on this model: front and rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and anti‑roll bar links for play or cracking; steering rack and tie‑rod ends for looseness; brake discs, pads and caliper operation for uneven wear, pulsation or dragging; exhaust system for rust or perforations; and the under‑body for any hidden corrosion, especially around the wheel arches and subframe. Visual checks for oil, coolant or fuel leaks around the engine bay and under the vehicle are also essential. During a test drive, listen for clunking or knocking over bumps that could indicate worn suspension components, feel for any steering pull or vibration that might reveal steering or wheel‑bearing issues, and monitor brake response for sponginess, judder or a pull to one side. Observe the engine at idle and under light acceleration for abnormal noises, smoke or exhaust irregularities, and watch for any warning lights on the instrument cluster that could hint at emission or electronic faults that have not yet been captured by an MOT test. A full mechanical appraisal by a qualified technician is strongly recommended before any purchase decision.