2016 Dacia Sandero 1.1L Petrol · SB66 DWZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pass record over the last four years. The most recent test on 12 August 2025 at 44,281 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded, following a failure just one day prior at 44,271 miles. This anomalous failure showed no recorded defects, which often indicates a technical administrative error or a minor sensor issue that was immediately rectified, rather than a systemic mechanical failure or structural weakness. The mileage pattern is notably low for a decade-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. Between the August 2022 test at 25,485 miles and the August 2024 test at 37,900 miles, the car covered 12,415 miles, showing a slight increase in usage. However, the subsequent interval of only 6,381 miles between 2024 and 2025 suggests the vehicle has returned to a period of low-distance use. This low-mileage history generally indicates that the drivetrain, engine, and suspension components have likely experienced less mechanical stress than a high-mileage equivalent. Because the MOT record shows no recurring advisories or mechanical faults, a buyer should focus on components affected by age and inactivity rather than heavy wear. Low mileage can cause rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyres, to perish or develop cracking despite minimal use. An inspector should check the brake discs for corrosion or pitting, which frequently occurs on vehicles that sit for long periods. The absence of structural advisories in the history suggests the chassis has remained in a dry environment to date, but a physical check of the underside for emerging surface rust remains necessary.