2017 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · SA67 FVJ

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 17 July 2026, but the record shows a pattern of worsening mechanical issues rather than a stable maintenance trend. The July 2026 test followed an immediate failure involving a fractured nearside front coil spring and an excessively worn nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint. This failure indicates significant wear in the front suspension assembly. The vehicle has covered 115,178 miles over approximately nine years, averaging roughly 12,798 miles per year. This represents relatively high usage for a 2017 model. The MOT frequency appears consistent, though the mechanical failures suggest that the higher mileage has accelerated the degradation of wear-and-tear components. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension system. The records show recurring issues with suspension arm ball joints, including a dangerous defect on 16 September 2024 where the offside front ball joint was flagged as likely to become detached. Given the recent failure of the nearside ball joint and coil spring in July 2026, the integrity of all suspension bushes, ball joints, and coil springs requires close scrutiny. The exhaust system also presents a potential concern. The tester flagged an exhaust gas leak advisory on 31 July 2025, and the vehicle failed on 16 September 2024 due to excessive carbon monoxide emissions. These entries suggest the exhaust manifold or system may have developing leaks or that the engine's combustion efficiency is fluctuating. A physical check for exhaust corrosion or mounting failures is necessary. buying_score: 42 risk_level: High.