2016 Dacia Sandero 1.1L Petrol · NX16 XKA

The 2016 Dacia Sandero presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean pass on 21 January 2026 at 47,408 miles with zero defects recorded. That is a strong result. The most recent test, conducted roughly five months ago, shows the vehicle is currently in sound mechanical order, and the trajectory from the failures seen in early 2025 to a spotless certificate today suggests the previous owner addressed outstanding issues promptly and thoroughly. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle. Between the February 2024 test at 39,960 miles and the January 2026 test at 47,408 miles, the car covered just 7,448 miles over nearly two full years, averaging under 4,000 miles annually. That is well below the typical 8,000 to 12,000 miles per year. The low annual accumulation raises the possibility of extended periods standing idle, which can contribute to tyre perishing and brake seizure, both of which appear in the record. The gap between the 2025 and 2026 tests shows only 4,351 miles added across twelve months, reinforcing the pattern of very light use. Buyers should pay close attention to the braking system, which has a documented history of recurring faults. The tester flagged an excessively binding offside rear service brake in both the February 2024 and January 2025 failure tests, and the parking brake was also inoperative on one side during the 2025 failure. Although the January 2026 pass indicates these were resolved, a physical inspection of the offside rear caliper slide pins, parking brake mechanism, and brake disc condition is wise to confirm the repair has held. The front brake pads and discs were flagged as worn in February 2024, so checking remaining pad thickness and disc scoring remains worthwhile. The repeated advisory for perishing on both rear tyres across two consecutive tests in February 2024, combined with the low mileage and likely periods of standing, means the current tyre age and sidewall condition deserve a close visual check regardless of remaining tread depth. The split outer CV boot on the offside front noted in 2024 should also be inspected for any fresh grease loss or joint play. Given the low annual mileage, a thorough underbody inspection for surface corrosion on the exhaust system, subframe, and suspension mounting points is recommended, as short-trip and stationary use can accelerate such deterioration.