2017 Dacia Sandero 1.0L Petrol · RO17 WRL

The Dacia Sandero presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean pass on 18 October 2025 at 59,323 miles with zero defects recorded. That clean bill of health follows a minor failure on 2 January 2025 at 57,035 miles, where the tester flagged misaligned offside windscreen washer jets and a nearside headlamp aim too low. Both were straightforward adjustments rather than mechanical failures, and the subsequent pass confirms they were promptly rectified. No structural, braking, or suspension defects appear anywhere on the record, which is a strong indicator of sound basic upkeep. The mileage accumulation is broadly consistent with typical use for a 2017 vehicle, averaging roughly 6,591 miles per year. Between the December 2022 test at 40,216 miles and the January 2025 tests at 57,035 miles, the car covered 16,819 miles in just over two years, suggesting a period of heavier use or a return to regular commuting after a quieter spell. The most recent recorded mileage of 59,323 miles has barely moved since October 2025, meaning the car has seen minimal use in the past eight months. That low recent activity warrants a check for deterioration from standing, particularly dried-out tyres, flat-spotted brake discs, or moisture in the brake fluid and exhaust system. Despite the clean record, a buyer should still inspect the front suspension components carefully. Dacia Sandero models of this generation are known for premature wear in lower suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links, especially around the 50,000 to 60,000-mile mark. Check the underside for surface corrosion on the subframe and suspension mounting points, as these can accelerate on a car that may have sat idle for extended periods. Examine the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or lipping, and verify that both headlamp aim mechanisms and washer jets function correctly, given the earlier failure on that system. A short test drive over rough surfaces will quickly reveal any knocking from worn track rod ends or drop links that the MOT may not yet have caught.