2015 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · NJ15 HTL

The Dacia Sandero presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean MOT pass on 15 December 2025 at 80,263 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is significant. It follows a failure on 29 February 2024 at 61,159 miles where the tester flagged a non-functioning nearside headlamp on dipped beam and both front wipers failing to clear the windscreen effectively. The subsequent tests in March 2024, March 2025, and December 2025 all passed without advisories or defects, indicating the previous owner addressed those faults promptly and has maintained the vehicle consistently since. No recurring defects appear in the record, and the trajectory from failure to consecutive clean passes suggests attentive rather than reactive maintenance. The mileage accumulation is both consistent and typical for an 11-year-old vehicle. The car covered approximately 19,104 miles between the March 2023 test at 50,600 miles and the December 2025 test at 80,263 miles, averaging roughly 7,000 miles per annum across the full ownership window visible in this record. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in accumulation that would suggest long periods of disuse or odometer irregularities. The annual distance covered is moderate, which typically limits wear on drivetrain and suspension components compared to high-mileage equivalents, though it is sufficient to age rubber bushes, brake components, and the exhaust system through natural environmental exposure rather than sheer use. Despite the clean recent record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on areas the MOT only samples at intervals. The 2024 failure for both wiper blades and a headlamp fault suggests the previous owner may have deferred basic consumable replacements until the test demanded them. Check the condition of all lighting units, wiper arms, and washer jets for consistent operation. Inspect the front suspension for worn drop links, deteriorated anti-roll bar bushes, and uneven coil spring seating, as these are common failure points on Sandero platforms even at moderate mileage. Examine the underside for corrosion on the exhaust system, brake lines, and subframe mounting points, particularly around the rear beam where road salt accumulation can cause structural deterioration over time. Brake condition warrants particular attention. The tester did not flag binding calipers or uneven wear in any test, but with 80,263 miles on the original braking components likely still in service, check disc thickness, pad depth, and caliper slide pin operation during a road test. The vehicle's age also means the battery, alternator, and starter motor are operating well beyond their typical design life. Verify cold-start performance and charging voltage. Overall, the MOT record supports a vehicle that has been maintained to a competent standard, but the in-person inspection should confirm that this diligence extends to components not fully captured by the annual test cycle.