2015 Dacia Sandero 1.5L Diesel · SC65 SDU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards structural and-related degradation. While the car passed the July 2025 test at 125,954 miles, the history reveals a progression of significant corrosion and mechanical wear that has not been fully rectified. The transition from clean records in 2022 and 2023 to multiple advisories and failures in the later tests indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase where major components are requiring frequent attention. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,450 miles per year. There is a notable period of activity between the August 2023 test at 99,879 miles and the July 2024 failure at 114,970 miles, where the car covered 15,000 miles in eleven months. This rapid accumulation coincides with the mechanical failure of the offside front artwork spring and the emergence of multiple brake and tyre issues that persisted into the subsequent inspection. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the front sub-frame and rear artwork, as both have been flagged as corroded across multiple tests since 2024. Although the tester noted these areas were not yet seriously weakened, the presence of rust on structural members is a long-term risk for vehicle longevity. The shock absorbers also show external casing damage and worn bushes, which, combined with the previously fractured coil spring, suggest the suspension system is nearing the end of its effective life.