2020 Dacia Duster SE Twenty TCE 4X2 1.3L Petrol · L9 LEK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs regarding consumable braking components. The most recent test in February 2026 at 29,370 miles flagged thin front brake pads and pitted, scored brake discs on both sides. While the vehicle passed, this marks a departure from the February 2025 test which recorded no defects, indicating that the braking system is now reaching the end of its service life. The mileage profile is notably low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year. This low usage often leads to specific wear patterns; the data suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary. Between February 2023 and February 2024, the car covered 6,902 miles, yet the tester found both front tyres worn to the limit with bald inner edges. The 2023 record also noted cracking and perishing across three tyres, which is a classic sign of rubber degradation due to age and inactivity rather than wear from high mileage. A buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry specifically, as the recurring inner edge tyre wear noted in 2024 suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. Given the 2026 report of pitted and scored discs, a full replacement of the front brake assembly including pads is necessary to ensure optimal stopping performance. The vehicle's low mileage also warrants a physical check for brake caliper seizing and corrosion on the chassis, which frequently affects cars that sit for long periods without use.