2018 Dacia Duster 1.5L Diesel · LC68 FHP

The 2018 Dacia Duster presents a stable mechanical picture overall, with the most recent MOT conducted on 18 July 2025 at 44,878 miles resulting in a pass. That test flagged only a minor advisory for a slightly damaged or perishing offside front tyre, indicating no significant structural or mechanical deterioration at that point. The maintenance trend appears broadly stable, with no recurring serious defects and no pattern of escalating failures. The vehicle has never failed a test for brakes, suspension, emissions, or structural corrosion, which is reassuring for a compact SUV of this age. The mileage profile is notably low. Covering just 44,878 miles over roughly eight years equates to approximately 5,610 miles per year, well below the UK average. The record shows a significant gap between November 2021 at 10,194 miles and May 2023 at 13,966 miles, suggesting the car stood idle or was used very sparingly for around 18 months. A second jump of 14,962 miles followed between May 2023 and May 2024, indicating a shift to more regular use in recent years. The current recorded mileage has not moved since the July 2025 test, which may warrant a check for recent activity or a fresh MOT if the vehicle is still in regular service. The May 2024 failure is the most technically significant entry in the record. At 28,658 miles, all four tyres were flagged for lumps caused by internal structural separation, with additional advisories for cracking and perishing. This points to a batch of degraded tyres likely fitted at the same time, possibly budget-grade replacements that deteriorated prematurely. A buyer should inspect the current tyre set carefully, checking the date codes, sidewall condition, and brand quality. Uneven wear or sidewall bulges would suggest the underlying issue has not been properly addressed. Given the low annual mileage and long stationary periods, suspension bushes and coil springs should also be checked for perishing from age rather than use, and the braking system inspected for surface corrosion on discs and calipers that can develop when a vehicle is parked for extended periods.