2015 Dacia Sandero 1.5L Diesel · KW15 UDX

The 2026‑01‑13 MOT result fails the Dacia Sandero, rendering it not roadworthy at the time of testing. The failure stems from an obviously incorrect headlamp aim and an excessively worn near‑side front suspension ball joint, both of which indicate a worsening trend in suspension and braking components despite a pass on the same day for other items. Mileage has risen steeply over the past five years, climbing from 62,843 miles in September 2021 to 135,085 miles by January 2026, a gain of roughly 72,242 miles or about 14,400 miles per year. This rapid accumulation far exceeds the average 12,280 miles per year expected for an 11‑year‑old vehicle, suggesting intensive use and likely accelerated wear on consumables and mechanical parts. A buyer should therefore focus on the suspension system, examining the near‑side rear coil spring for corrosion, the front suspension arm ball joint for play, and the condition of the front brake discs, which have been recorded as worn, pitted or scored in every test since September 2023. Inspection of the tyre tread depth, edge wear and perishing, as well as verification of headlamp aim and the integrity of the exhaust and structural chassis, is essential given the recurring tyre and brake defects. While earlier tests between 2020 and 2022 showed no defects, the pattern of repeated brake disc wear, tyre edge wear and suspension corrosion points to insufficient preventative maintenance, making a thorough in‑person assessment of these high‑risk components a prerequisite before any purchase.