2019 Dacia Sandero 1.0L Petrol · SH19 CVL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on March 6,2026, at 29,403 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a reactive pattern rather than proactive care. The car failed that same test moments prior due to front brake pads reaching a critical thickness of 1.1mm. While the immediate defect was rectified, the history of brake-related issues suggests the owner only addresses components once they reach the point of failure rather than during scheduled service intervals. The mileage profile is notably low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,200 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between March 2024 (9,597 miles) and March 2025 (18,702 miles), where the car covered over 9,000 miles in a single year, which otherwise explains the recurring rubber degradation noted in the records. The tester flagged cracking and perishing across multiple tyres in several tests in 2022, 2024, and 2025. A buyer must closely inspect the condition of the tyres for sidewall cracking, as the low mileage and age of the 2019 vehicle mean the rubber is likely perished despite having sufficient tread. The braking system requires specific attention; the record shows a fluctuating offside rear service brake in 2024 and pitted front discs in 2022. You should check for uneven wear or binding calipers during a test drive. Additionally, the 2022 failure regarding emissions not reaching fast idle suggests issues with long-term idling or short trip usage, which should be monitored to ensure engine health and battery readiness.