2019 Dacia Duster 1.3L Petrol · NX69 PLF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows the first signs of mechanical wear. In the most recent test conducted on 15 December 2025 at 24,665 miles, the car passed despite identified play in both the nearside and offside front track rod end ball joints. This represents a shift from the previous three years of defect-free inspections, indicating that suspension components are beginning to degrade with age. The mileage profile is notably low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent, incremental growth, moving from 11,943 miles in November 2022 to 15,490 miles in 2023, and 21,395 miles by late 2024. While the low mileage suggests less strain on the engine and drivetrain, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the hardening of rubber components or corrosion due to lack of regular thermal cycling. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure the track rod ends mentioned in the latest report have been replaced. Since both sides were flagged simultaneously, it is likely a wear-related issue rather than an isolated impact damage. Attention should also be paid to the condition of the brakes and tyres, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from surface rust or seized own if they are not used frequently.