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2018 Dacia Sandero 1.0L Petrol · SH18 ABN

SH18 ABN

2018 Dacia Sandero (1.0L, petrol). First registered 26 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 48,893 miles. MOT expired on 07 Nov 2024. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
DACIA SANDERO
Year / Origin
2018 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 07 Nov 2024
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
48,893 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 07 Nov 2024
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available data. The most recent test on 8 November 2023 at 48,893 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the record shows two failures on the same days as passes, the absence of listed defects suggests these were likely administrative errors or minor issues resolved immediately during the test. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical use for an eight year old car, averaging roughly 6,112 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between September 2022 and November 2023, where the odometer rose from 30,065 to 48,893 miles. This indicates a period of higher intensity use over approximately 14 months, though the lack of recorded faults during this climb suggests the drivetrain and suspension handled the increased load without immediate failure. The MOT history is unusually clean, showing no advisories for brake disc wear, tyre tread, or suspension bushes across multiple tests. This lack of data is atypical for a vehicle of this age and suggests either a very meticulous maintenance regime or a tester who provided a superficial assessment. A buyer should independently verify the condition of the brake pads and the depth of the tyre treads, as these consumables are not flagged in the record. Given the car has not seen an MOT since November 2023, it is currently overdue for a test relative to the July 2026 date. An inspection should focus on signs of corrosion on the underbody and the integrity of the exhaust system, as these structural elements often deteriorate during periods of inactivity or missed annual inspections. Check for any perished rubber seals or leaking shock absorbers that may have developed since the last recorded pass.
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SH18 ABN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/11/2023
  • 48,893 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)

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SH18 ABN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 24 Oct 2026, 07:18
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Dacia Sandero (SH18 ABN) between April 2022 and November 2023.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 08 November 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (12 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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ADVISORY

SH18 ABN Mileage History

  1. 21/04/202227,214 mi
  2. 25/04/202227,221 mi+7 mi
  3. 08/09/202230,065 mi+2,844 mi
  4. 08/11/202348,893 mi+18,828 mi
  5. 08/11/202348,893 mi

Average of roughly 13,991 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
48
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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