2014 Dacia Logan 1.5L Diesel · SH64 ABF

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2014 Dacia Logan was conducted on 27 June 2025 and resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that on the day of testing the vehicle met the minimum roadworthiness standards. Looking back over the recorded history, the pattern shows a pass in June 2023, a fail on the same date with no listed defects, a fail on 21 June 2024, immediately followed by a pass on 22 June 2024, and the subsequent pass in June 2025. The fact that the two failures were followed directly by passes and that the most recent two tests have both been clean suggests a stable and improving maintenance trend rather than a worsening one, although the absence of advisory notes on those failures is unusual and may indicate administrative retests or minor issues that were rectified before retest rather than substantial mechanical defects. With a recorded mileage of 140,003 miles over approximately twelve years, the vehicle is averaging around 11,667 miles per year, which is broadly typical for its age and indicates consistent rather than sporadic use. This kind of steady annual mileage is favourable because it generally means the engine, transmission, and drivetrain components have been worked regularly, reducing the risk of internal corrosion, dried seals, and the kind of degradation that affects cars left standing for long periods. The mileage progression through the MOT history appears to have been fairly consistent, which supports the view that the recorded odometer reading is likely to be genuine. That said, at this total mileage the wear items such as clutch, timing belt or chain depending on specification, suspension bushes, coil springs, and exhaust components will be approaching or have already passed their expected service intervals, so any future buyer should anticipate mid-life mechanical refurbishment. Given the clean MOT record and the typical-mileage usage profile, there are still several age- and mileage-related checks that should be carried out before purchase. Start with a thorough inspection of all four tyres for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber degrades with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and verify that the fitting dates are not older than around six years; check the 12V battery condition, as Dacia Logan electrical systems can suffer from weak batteries that cause starting issues and dashboard electrical faults, and a battery older than five years is a common failure point. On the test drive, listen carefully for any suspension clonks or knocking over uneven road surfaces, which would indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or top mounts, and feel for any pulling to one side or uneven braking that could point to binding calipers or a sticking brake slider, particularly given the high mileage. Finally, even though the MOT history contains no advisories, it is worth confirming the timing belt or cam belt replacement interval, as the Logan variants are typically due at six-year or 90,000-mile intervals, and at 140,000 miles this is a critical service item if it has not already been addressed. Inspect under the vehicle and around the engine bay for any signs of oil leaks from the sump, cam covers, or valve cover gaskets, and check the coolant and brake fluid for their service dates, as both degrade with time and should be renewed regardless of mileage. Verify the service book stamps or digital service history to confirm regular oil and filter changes at sensible intervals, and look for evidence of brake disc and pad wear, including any lipping on the front discs, which is common at this mileage. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic would be highly advisable given the age and mileage, but the clean recent MOT history and typical usage pattern suggest this Logan has been reasonably maintained and should provide dependable service if these routine age-related items are attended to.