2017 Dacia Duster 1.2L Petrol · OY17 NPP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from reactive repairs to emerging wear. The most recent test in February 2026 at 64,960 miles passed successfully but introduced a new advisory for slight play in the nearside front inner rack joint. This indicates the onset of steering-related wear that was not present in previous tests, suggesting that while major mechanical failures have been avoided, suspension and steering components are beginning to require attention. The mileage pattern remains remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per annum. Between March 2024 at 42,947 miles and March 2025 at 55,136 miles, the car covered over 12,000 miles in a single year, representing a spike in usage compared to its long-term average. However, the subsequent interval of nearly 10,000 miles leading to the 2026 test shows a return to a more typical annual usage profile. A buyer should prioritise a close inspection of the front braking system and steering geometry. The failure in March 2025 due to thin front brake pads and pitted discs suggests the previous owner only replaced components once they reached failure limits rather than performing preventative maintenance. The new advisory for the inner rack joint requires a physical check of the steering rack to ensure the play is not progressing, which could lead to uneven tyre wear or premature failure. Additionally, verify that the tyre pressure monitoring system flagged in the 2024 failure is now fully functional, as no record confirms its repair in the subsequent passes.