2014 Dacia Sandero 1.5L Diesel · SJ64 WSN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection indicates a shift toward reactive rather than preventative maintenance. The test on 8 December 2025 at 111,585 miles initially failed due to a fractured off offside rear coil spring and pitted front brake discs. While these issues were rectified to secure a pass that day, the appearance of these faults suggests that components are now reaching the end of their functional life without being replaced on a scheduled basis. The mileage pattern remains consistent with the vehicle's 12-year age, averaging approximately 9,300 miles per year. Between the 2022 test at 90,792 miles and the December 2025 test at 111,585 miles, the car covered roughly 21,000 miles, representing a steady usage profile. The clean records from 2022, 2023, and 2024 indicate that the vehicle maintained good condition until the mechanical failures noted in the latest high-mileage test. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the suspension geometry to ensure other coil springs are not showing signs of fatigue, as one fracture often precedes others on high-age vehicles. The front braking system requires scrutiny; the disc pitting and scoring noted in late 2025 suggest the calipers may be sticking or the discs have been neglected against corrosion. Given the mileage and age, checking the chassis for structural corrosion around mounting points and exhaust lines is essential, as these are common areas of failure for this model as it reaches six figures.