2017 Dacia Sandero 1.0L Petrol · PX67 MYP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift from mechanical faults to age-related degradation. The most recent test in September 2022 at 29,457 miles passed without major failures, yet the tester flagged all four tyres for perishing and cracking. This indicates the car has likely sat stationary for long periods, causing the rubber to degrade despite having significant tread depth remaining. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging only approximately 3,273 miles per year. Between September 2020 at 18,519 miles and September 2022 at 29,457 miles, the car covered 10,938 miles. This low usage pattern typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it increases the risk of brake seizure, seal drying, and tyre corrosion due to lack of regular movement. A prospective buyer must inspect the braking system specifically, as the 2021 test revealed an excessively binding service brake. While the vehicle passed the subsequent test, the presence of an oil leak in 2021 suggests a need for a close inspection of the engine gaskets and sump seal to ensure the leak has not worsened or become active. The buyer should also check the sidewalls for deep cracking, as the 2022 advisory confirms the current rubber is reaching the end of its structural life regardless of mileage.