2014 Dacia Duster 1.5L Diesel · SA14 BWM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive car regarding braking components. The most recent test in November 2021 at 67,459 miles passed but left significant advisories regarding a loose nearside front suspension arm ball joint and a binding offside rear service brake. While the vehicle cleared the critical failures from late 2020, the persistence of brake-related issues suggests that mechanical faults are only being addressed once they reach the point of failure. The mileage profile is notably low for a 2014 registration, averaging only approximately 5,600 miles per year. There is a visible gap in the data and usage patterns between the May 2018 test at 42,722 miles and the June 2019 test at 49,220 miles, suggesting the vehicle sat or covered short distances during this period. This low annual mileage contributes to the degradation of rubber components and corrosion of metal lines, which aligns with the excessive corrosion on brake pipes identified in the later records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the history shows recurring issues with corroded brake pipes and pitted front discs. The binding offside rear brake noted in 2021 requires verification to ensure the handbrake adjustment was actually rectified and not merely masked by a seized lever mechanism. Furthermore, the nearside front suspension arm ball joint flagged with play in the last test must be checked for replacement, as this is a critical safety component. The structural integrity of the chassis should also be monitored for rust, as the previous corrosion on the brake lines indicates an environment where metal oxidation is active.