2014 Dacia Sandero 1.5L Diesel · LS64 YBY

The most recent MOT (11 Nov 2025) was a pass, but it flagged both near‑side and off‑side front anti‑roll‑bar pins/bushes as worn. That same issue appears in every MOT since 2022, indicating a recurring wear point on the front suspension. A serious failure was recorded on 18 Nov 2024: the off‑side front coil spring was fractured and the off‑side front tyre showed cracking. The failure was remedied (or at least the car was retested) and the 2025 test passed, but the anti‑roll‑bar pins remained worn. Front brake discs have also been noted as worn, though not yet beyond the limit. Overall the pattern suggests the front suspension is the weak spot. The coil‑spring break was a one‑off failure, but the repeated anti‑roll‑bar wear could lead to excess movement, uneven tyre wear and compromised handling if left untreated. The trend is not improving – the same pins are still flagged – but it is not rapidly deteriorating beyond the 2024 failure. Mileage is low for a 12‑year‑old Dacia Sandero – about 5,300 mi per year. This could mean the car has been lightly driven, which reduces overall wear, but it may also indicate long periods of inactivity.