2018 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · LX18 VBU

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend following an early mechanical failure. The most recent test conducted in November 2025 at 19,653 miles passed without major defects, though it introduced advisories regarding tyre perishing. This result represents an improvement over the March 2023 test where the vehicle failed due to imbalanced rear brakes, suggesting the specific mechanical issue was addressed and rectified by the previous owner. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,457 miles per year. Between March 2024 and November 2025, the car covered only 5,957 miles, indicating it is used primarily for short-distance trips or remains stationary for extended periods. While this low usage limits mechanical wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, it increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber-based parts, which is evidenced by the latest MOT advisories. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres, as the November 2025 record flagged cracking and perishing on both front tyres and the offside rear. Given the low mileage, these tyres likely failed due to age rather than tread wear, necessitating immediate replacement to ensure structural integrity. The inspector should also verify the braking system to ensure the previous imbalance noted in 2023 has not recurred, as low-use vehicles often suffer from seized brake calipers or surface corrosion on discs.