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2016 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · M7 RCT

M7 RCT

2016 Dacia Sandero (0.9L, petrol). First registered 26 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 29,522 miles. MOT expired on 04 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2026.

Make & Model
DACIA SANDERO
Year / Origin
2016 · Manchester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 04 Sept 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Sept 2026)
Recorded Mileage
29,522 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 04 Sept 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Sept 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
898cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle maintains a high standard of roadworthiness with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 4 September 2025 at 29,522 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates that the vehicle has passed its last three consecutive tests without any flagged faults, suggesting that the mechanical and structural components remain within acceptable operating parameters for its age. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,952 miles per year. Between September 2023 and September 2025, the car covered only 304 miles, which suggests very infrequent use or long periods of stationary storage. While this low mileage typically means less wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between use can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components or brake corrosion if the vehicle sits idle for extended periods. The only technical note occurred in August 2022 at 28,003 miles, when the tester identified light oil misting on the offside front shock absorber. Although this did not result in a failure and cleared in subsequent tests, a buyer should still inspect the suspension for any signs of progressive leaking or perished perished. Given the low annual mileage, a physical inspection of the brake discs and calipers is advised to ensure that pitting or surface rust has not developed due to infrequent use, which can prevent the brakes from cleaning themselves effectively.

M7 RCT Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/09/2025
  • 29,522 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
68
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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M7 RCT Mileage History

  1. 18/08/202127,629 mi
  2. 16/08/202228,003 mi+374 mi
  3. 06/09/202329,218 mi+1,215 mi
  4. 27/08/202429,381 mi+163 mi
  5. 04/09/202529,522 mi+141 mi

Average of roughly 468 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

M7 RCT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Dacia Sandero (M7 RCT) between August 2021 and September 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
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ADVISORY