2015 Dacia Duster 1.5L Diesel · SC65 OHU

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently in the weak category, as evidenced by the failure of the rear service brake and the nearside front position lamp, which indicates a significant mechanical risk that has not been resolved. While the MOT record shows a pattern of passing tests with increasing mileage, the most recent failure on 2025-11-24 at 115,855 miles suggests that the maintenance trend is not stable; rather, it appears to be worsening, with the vehicle failing to meet safety standards despite recent passes. The specific failure of the rear service brake binding, combined with the nearside front position lamp not working, highlights a critical issue that requires immediate attention and assessment by a qualified mechanic before the vehicle can be sold. The mileage accumulation over the past year has been relatively clean, with the vehicle passing its first MOT on 2025-11-25 at 115,855 miles, followed by a failure on 2025-11-24 at the same mileage. This indicates that the vehicle has been maintained for approximately 10,532 miles per year, which is consistent with its age and usage profile. However, the lack of an annual MOT entry for the past two years (2024-11-22) creates a significant gap in the maintenance history. If the vehicle were to reach the next MOT on 2026-06-18, the gap between the 2025-11-24 and 2026-06-18 tests would be approximately 18 months, which is insufficient for a vehicle of this age to be considered fully safe without further servicing. To ensure the vehicle remains roadworthy for the 2026 test, the buyer must inspect the car for structural integrity and mechanical components that have not been serviced in the last year. The most pressing concerns are the nearside front position lamp, the rear service brake binding, and the worn offside rear shock absorbers. These faults suggest that the suspension and braking systems have experienced wear that may compromise the vehicle's ability to handle loads. The lack of an annual MOT entry for the past two years means that the vehicle is currently in a state where it is at risk of failure if the brakes are not adjusted or the suspension is not re-checked, as the wear on the offside rear shock absorbers is not addressed.