2014 Dacia Sandero 1.5L Diesel · SD14 XDM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in September 2025 at 139,787 miles. However, the maintenance history reveals a reactive pattern of repair where faults are only addressed after an MOT failure. The most recent failure on September 24, 2025 identified a fractured offside front coil spring and a split drive shaft CV boot. While these were rectified for the subsequent pass, the trend suggests the owner waits for inspections rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 139,787 miles over twelve years, the Sandero has averaged approximately 11,650 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression shows consistent use, with roughly 8,400 miles driven between the October 2023 and September 2024 tests, and another 8,400 miles covered in the following year. This regular usage indicates the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which explains the accelerated wear on rubber components and suspension parts. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and drivetrain due to recurring issues. The record shows failures on both front drive shaft CV boots in 2024 and another split boot in 2025, suggesting a potential issue with low-quality replacement parts or excessive stress on the front assemblies. Furthermore, the 2024 failure regarding the parking brake efficiency being below 50% necessitates a physical check of the rear brake drums and cables to ensure the mechanism is not seized or improperly adjusted beyond what the record indicates.