2018 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · ML68 AED

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a maintenance trend that appears stable despite a recent consumable failure. The most recent test in November 2025 at 24,234 miles resulted in a pass, though the tester identified that all four tyres were cracked and perished. This indicates that while the mechanical components are functioning correctly, the rubber compounds in the tyres have suffered from age-related degradation or long periods of inactivity rather than physical road wear. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. Data shows significant gaps in usage between October 2021 and May 2022, where the car covered only 370 miles in seven months. Since the May 2023 test, the vehicle has added only roughly 6,000 miles over three years, maintaining a pattern of low-intensity operation. This low usage typically suggests less strain on the drivetrain and engine components, but it increases the risk of dry seals and perished rubber parts throughout the chassis. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection focusing on the condition of rubber components, as the low mileage has clearly not prevented age-related decay. The failure in May 2023 regarding low headlamp aim was a minor adjustment issue and does not indicate mechanical neglect, but attention should be paid to the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, which often occurs when vehicles sit for long periods. Given the perished tyres, the brake discs should be checked for surface pitting or corrosion, as low-mileage cars often rarely the brakes enough to clear rust from the rotors.