2015 Dacia Sandero 1.1L Petrol · SC65 SNJ

The recorded MOT history for this 2015 Dacia Sandero is exceptionally sparse, showing no advisories or recorded defects across any of the documented tests. Following a pass on 19 December 2023, the vehicle returned to test on 6 January 2025 where it failed initially without a listed defect before passing the same day, and a similar pattern occurred on 5 January 2026 when it failed without recorded defects before passing on 7 January 2026. The absence of documented defects is a positive indicator of roadworthiness, but the immediate pass-after-fail sequence on two consecutive annual tests warrants attention, as it may suggest that minor issues were rectified between tests without being recorded, or that administrative or presentation issues such as lighting, tyre condition on the day, or dashboard warning indicators led to initial refusals. Mechanically, the clean advisory record is encouraging for an eleven-year-old vehicle, though the lack of recorded wear items is unusual and a thorough physical inspection is advisable to confirm the vehicle truly matches its paperwork. With 81,110 miles accumulated over approximately eleven years, this Sandero averages around 7,374 miles annually, which sits within typical parameters for a car of its age and class. The mileage progression between documented tests appears steady, with no recorded gaps suggesting long periods off the road, which would otherwise raise concerns about dormant component degradation. Consistent usage of this nature tends to keep mechanical items such as the clutch, brakes, and suspension functioning rather than seizing up from inactivity, while not accumulating the kind of high-mileage wear that stresses engines and transmissions. The Sandero is known for robust mechanicals in this segment, and the recorded annual mileage indicates a working vehicle used regularly for commuting or modest family duties rather than extremes of either neglect or heavy use. Given the absence of specific component advisories, a prospective buyer should approach the inspection with a focus on the typical wear points associated with this platform and mileage band. On a test drive, listen carefully for clonks or knocks from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as the Sandero's lower wishbone bushes and front struts are known to deteriorate with age, and check for any wandering or pulling in the steering that might indicate worn top mounts or track rod wear. Brake feel should be firm and progressive, with no judder under braking suggesting warped front discs, and the handbrake should hold on an incline without excessive travel. Listen for any timing chain rattle on cold start, which on the TCe petrol units can develop into a more serious issue if ignored, and verify smooth gear selection throughout the box. Beyond the dynamic check, a stationary inspection should look for the usual age-related issues the MOT history has not formally captured. Inspect the underside for any surface corrosion or signs of fluid weeping from the engine, gearbox, or anti-roll bar linkages, as the Sandero's underbody protection is modest and corrosion can establish itself around the rear axle and subframe mounting points. Verify that all exterior lighting, including the rear fog lamp, operates correctly as lighting faults are a common reason for initial MOT refusals, and check that the tyres are of matching size with adequate tread depth across the axle. Confirm that the cooling system is holding pressure and the heater functions correctly, as a worn thermostat or split hose can manifest as a minor leak that develops over time, and finally check for any dashboard warning indicators that do not extinguish on ignition or after start-up.