2015 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · SH65 PRX

The 2015 Dacia Sandero presents with a notably clean DVSA MOT history, the most recent test on 24 September 2025 having been passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This is consistent with the four prior annual tests from 2021 through 2024, all of which also returned clean passes. The absence of recurring advisories for items such as suspension components, brake wear, or exhaust corrosion suggests the vehicle has been conscientiously maintained and that there is no documented trend of deterioration in any particular area. For a prospective buyer, this consistent clean pass record is a positive indicator of overall mechanical upkeep, although it should be remembered that the MOT is a point-in-time roadworthiness check and does not evaluate engine internals, clutch condition, or service history directly. With a recorded mileage of 43,123 miles across approximately eleven years, this Sandero has covered an average of around 3,920 miles annually, which is considerably below the typical mileage for a vehicle of this age. Such low usage often indicates either predominantly short urban journeys or extended periods of standing between uses. Both patterns carry their own mechanical implications: short trips prevent the engine and exhaust system from reaching full operating temperature, which can promote moisture accumulation in the oil and accelerated corrosion within the exhaust, while prolonged standing can lead to brake disc surface corrosion, seized or binding calipers, and degradation of rubber components through lack of movement. The mileage is also sufficiently low that major wear items such as the clutch, timing components, and suspension bushes may not yet be heavily worn, but age-related deterioration will still be a factor regardless of mileage. Given the clean MOT record and low annual mileage, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to age-related rather than mileage-related deterioration. The tyres warrant careful inspection for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with time even when tread depth remains adequate, and a tyre older than six years from its date of manufacture should be regarded with caution regardless of its wear. The brake discs and calipers should be examined for signs of surface rust pitting or binding, which can occur after long standing periods, and a test drive should include several firm brake applications from moderate speed to confirm straight-line stopping without pulling to one side. Listen for any scraping, grinding, or squealing, and check for a spongy or excessively long brake pedal travel, which may indicate seized caliper pistons or perished flexible brake hoses. Beyond the braking system, a number of time-based service items should be verified before purchase. The 12-volt battery should be tested for its state of charge and cranking performance, as batteries typically degrade after five to seven years regardless of use, and a weak battery can cause intermittent electrical faults. All fluid conditions, including engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and if applicable transmission fluid, should be assessed for age and contamination, as these degrade on a calendar basis and a vehicle with low mileage can easily be overlooked for fluid renewal. Under-bonnet and under-vehicle inspection should look for evidence of coolant or oil leaks, perished rubber hoses, and any corrosion to brake lines, fuel lines, or the exhaust system, particularly at mounting points and joints. Finally, the service history documentation should be examined to confirm that regular oil and filter changes have been carried out at appropriate intervals, as a low-mileage vehicle that has been serviced on time is generally a more reliable prospect than one with irregular maintenance regardless of how clean its MOT record appears.