2018 Dacia Duster 1.5L Diesel · RE68 XAD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a consistent pass record despite high annual usage. While it failed a test on 17 July 2025 at 112,070 miles, it passed the retest the following day without any recorded defects. This suggests a minor administrative or superficial failure that was rectified immediately rather than a systemic mechanical failure. Since the 2022 test, the vehicle has maintained a clean record regarding its primary structural integrity and safety components. The Duster has covered significant mileage for its eight-year age, averaging approximately 14,000 miles per year. A notable surge in usage occurred between October 2023 at 80,983 miles and October 2024 at 101,705 miles, where the vehicle clocked over 20,000 miles in just twelve months. This high rate of accumulation points to heavy motorway use, which typically accelerates the wear on drivetrain components and suspension bushings. The lack of advisories across these tests indicates that the previous owners have been proactive in addressing issues before they fail. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components most susceptible to high-mileage stress. Given the 112,070-mile mark, check for play in the front control arm bushes and shock absorbers, as these often degrade at these distances. The brake system should be evaluated for thin discs or seized calipers, as high mileage puts immense strain on friction materials. While the MOT history is clean, a thorough look at the underbody for road-related corrosion is necessary to ensure the high usage rate has not exposed the chassis to excessive environmental damage.