2019 Dacia Duster 1.6L Petrol · LC19 ENV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy having passed its most recent MOT in January 2026 at 28,633 miles. However, the maintenance trend reveals a consistent lack of attention toward basic safety-critical consumables. While the vehicle passes the mechanical and structural checks, the recurring history of tyre-related failures suggests that the previous owner only addressed issues when forced by an MOT test failure. This pattern indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to vehicle upkeep. At seven years old, the Dacia Duster shows significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 4,100 miles per year. The data shows steady usage patterns with a gap of 3,414 miles between January 2025 tests and another 2,661 miles until January 2026. This low mileage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and suspension, but it often causes rubber components to degrade. The record confirms this through repeated perished sidewalls across multiple years, which is a common symptom of a vehicle sitting for long periods or being driven short distances. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres and related rubber components. The January 2026 test flagged the use of mixed and asymmetric tyres on the same axle, which is a safety concern that affects handling and braking stability. Given the history of perished sidewalls and cracking in 2023, 2024, and 2025, the buyer should check all tyres for deep dry rot or structural cracking regardless of the remaining tread depth. Additionally, the windscreen washer system, which caused a failure in 2024, should be verified for functional operation to ensure the pump and lines have not been neglected since the repair.