2019 Dacia Duster 1.5L Diesel · SH69 UBZ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing mechanical wear after a period of cleanliness. The latest test in March 2026 at 83,827 miles identified three advisories that were not present in the previous 2025 inspection. This transition from a clean record to flagging component deterioration and surface corrosion suggests the vehicle is entering a phase where age-related degradation requires proactive replacement to prevent failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical UK usage, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per year over the seven-year period. There is a notable gap of 9,802 miles between December 2023 and January 2025, followed by another 10,630 miles in the fourteen months leading to the March 2026 test. This steady accumulation indicates the car is used regularly rather than sitting forant, which generally helps prevent the seizing of rubber components and fluid seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection specifically on the braking system and drivetrain components. The March 2026 record flagged a front inner brake disc as pitted and scored, alongside an offside front brake pipe showing corrosion hidden by grease. The presence of grease on a brake pipe suggests either a leak in the past or poor cleaning habits that can mask structural decay of the metal line. Additionally, the deteriorated central prop shaft flexible coupling is beginning to fail and should be monitored for vibrations during acceleration, as this component eventually leads to total drivetrain failure if not replaced.