2015 Dacia Sandero 1.1L Petrol · SE15 KFL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a persistent failure to address underlying braking issues. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 80,912 miles noted a nearside rear service brake binding, this is a recurring fault also documented in the 2024 test at 71,019 miles. Although the car passed, the persistence of the binding caliper suggests the previous owner is monitoring the symptom rather than performing the necessary mechanical repair. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,350 miles per year. Between the 2022 test at 48,789 miles and the 2025 test at 80,912 miles, the car covered roughly 32,000 miles. This steady accumulation suggests regular use, which is generally positive for maintaining seals and moving components, though the low annual mileage increases the likelihood of age-related degradation in rubber parts and fluid components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside sill, which was flagged for corrosion in July 2023. Although the tester noted that structural rigidity was not significantly reduced at that time, corrosion on sills tends to progress rapidly if not treated. The buyer should also check the offside front tyre for further cracking or perishing, as this issue appeared in both 2022 and 2023, indicating the rubber is reaching its limit. The braking system requires immediate attention. The parking brake efficiency only marginally met the standard in 2024, and the recurring nearside rear binding indicates a sticking piston or seized mechanism within the caliper. A technician should inspect the brake discs for uneven wear and ensure the handbrake cable is properly adjusted and lubricated to prevent a future failure.