2015 Dacia Sandero 1.5L Diesel · NG64 HME

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent MOT test in January 2026 at 76,303 miles secured a pass, it highlighted a recurring minor exhaust leak and critical wear across all four tyres. This follows a pattern where components are only addressed once they reach the point of failure or legal limit, suggesting the owner prioritises the minimum requirements to pass the annual inspection. At 76,303 miles over 11 years, the Sanero has averaged approximately 7,000 miles per year, which is consistent with low-intensity urban use. The mileage accumulation is steady between tests, with roughly 7,000 miles driven between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 4,800 miles in the following year. However, the low mileage has not prevented the degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the persistent cracking and perishing of the rear tyres noted across four consecutive annual records. A buyer must specifically inspect the suspension and braking systems. The vehicle failed in February 2024 due to a fractured nearside front coil spring and inoperative rear parking brakes, indicating that the mechanical assemblies are subject to significant stress. Although these were rectified for the pass, the recurring mentions of parking brake lever travel and performance lag between 2023 and 2024 suggest the handbrake mechanism is prone to adjustment issues or suffering from internal cylinder wear. The exhaust system also requires attention as the minor leak was flagged in both the 2025 and 2026 tests. This should be checked for corrosion or mounting damage that could eventually lead to a structural failure or emissions failure. Given the history of tyres reaching the legal limit and showing age damage, a physical inspection of the current tread depth and sidewall integrity is essential to ensure the vehicle does not require immediate replacement expenditure.