2021 Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige TCE 1.0L Petrol · RE21 HRO

The vehicle presents a clean and stable roadworthiness profile as of its most recent test. The December 2025 MOT at 83,750 miles passed with zero defects, and the preceding January 2025 test at 83,708 miles also recorded no failures. A single failed test on 28 January 2025 at 83,706 miles shows no recorded defects, indicating the failure was likely an administrative or procedural issue rather than a mechanical fault, with the car retested and passed within 24 hours. The maintenance trend is stable, with no recurring mechanical or structural advisories appearing across the recorded history. The mileage accumulation pattern reveals a notable anomaly. Between the May 2024 test at 66,633 miles and the January 2025 test at 83,706 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 17,073 miles in just over eight months, equating to roughly 2,134 miles per month. This is a sharp acceleration compared to the vehicle's overall average of around 16,750 miles per year. The recorded mileage then plateaued almost entirely, with only 42 miles added between the January 2025 pass and the December 2025 test. This suggests either a period of intense use followed by the vehicle standing idle, or a potential mileage discrepancy that warrants verification through service records and the V5C logbook. Despite the clean MOT record, the high annual mileage and the rapid accumulation phase raise legitimate concerns about accelerated wear on consumable and structural components. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension bushes, coil springs, and drop links for play or deterioration, as high-mileage use accelerates wear on these items even when they remain within MOT tolerance thresholds. The brake discs, pads, and calipers deserve close attention, particularly the rear calipers, which are prone to binding under sustained high-mileage use. Tyre condition and uneven wear patterns should be examined, as the plateau in recorded mileage after January 2025 raises the possibility of prolonged standing, which can cause flat-spotting and sidewall degradation. Underneath, check for corrosion on the exhaust system, subframes, and suspension mounting points, as high-mileage vehicles driven in varied conditions are more susceptible to surface rust progressing into structural concern. The near-zero mileage movement since early 2025 also means the engine oil and filter may have aged without sufficient heat cycling, so verifying the service interval and oil condition is essential before purchase.