2019 Dacia Duster 1.3L Petrol · LX69 OVC

The most recent MOT, conducted on 13 January 2026 at 31,875 miles, passed but flagged two advisories that warrant attention. The nearside front obligatory mirror is slightly damaged, and both front brake discs are worn, pitted or scored, though not seriously weakened. These are not failures, yet they indicate the vehicle is entering a phase where front brake components will likely require replacement in the near term. Looking back across the full record, the maintenance trend is broadly stable rather than sharply worsening. The car has passed every test, but recurring advisories around front brake disc wear and front suspension bush wear suggest consistent, moderate use rather than aggressive neglect or meticulous preventative renewal. The mileage profile is notably low for a 2019 vehicle. From the December 2022 test at 13,923 miles through the January 2024 test at 20,147 miles, the car covered roughly 6,200 miles in just over 13 months. That then slowed considerably, with only around 11,700 miles added between January 2024 and January 2026, averaging under 6,000 miles per year in the most recent period. The current reading of 31,875 miles is consistent with a vehicle used for short, local journeys rather than high motorway annuals. Low mileage can reduce wear on drivetrain and suspension components, but it also raises the possibility of long standing periods, which can affect tyre age, brake surface corrosion, and fluid condition. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system. The January 2024 test at 20,147 miles recorded worn lower suspension arm pins or bushes on both front corners, described as worn but not resulting in excessive movement. That advisory was not repeated in 2025 or 2026, yet worn bushes often degrade gradually, so checking for play, knocking, or uneven front tyre wear remains important. The front brake disc wear advisory has now appeared in both 2024 and 2026, which points to a recurring pattern rather than a one-off. Inspect disc thickness, lipping, and any scoring, and check pad condition and caliper operation for binding or uneven wear. Tyre condition also deserves close scrutiny. The 2024 test flagged the nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and the offside front tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing. No tyre defects were recorded in 2025 or 2026, suggesting replacement likely occurred, but verify the date codes on all four tyres and the spare if fitted. Low annual mileage often leads to tyres ageing out before they wear out, so look for sidewall cracking, perishing, and tread depth across the full set. The windscreen damage noted in 2022 at 13,923 miles was described as not adversely affecting the driver's view, so confirm whether that chip or crack has been repaired or has spread since. Overall, the record points to a lightly used vehicle with no serious structural or safety failures, but with predictable wear items approaching or already at the point of renewal.