2016 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · SJ65 AAP

A pattern of front-end suspension degradation and emerging chassis corrosion defines the mechanical history of this vehicle. While the latest test on 29 January 2026 resulted in a pass, the record shows a significant failure in January 2025 involving a fractured offside front coil spring and a worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint, followed by a 2026 advisory for corrosion on the offside front suspension arm. This suggests a trend of deterioration within the front suspension geometry and structural components. The recorded mileage of 37,470 miles over ten years represents a low annual average of approximately 3,747 miles. This usage profile is reflected in the 2022 MOT advisories, which noted that both rear tyres were cracking or perishing. Such patterns typically indicate that rubber components and chassis elements are more susceptible to age-related degradation and environmental wear than to mechanical wear caused by high mileage. Inspection should focus heavily on the front suspension linkages and structural components. Given the history of a fractured coil spring and worn ball joints, alongside the current advisory for a corroded suspension arm, a test drive should be used to listen for metallic knocks or creaks when turning the steering wheel at low speeds or driving over undulating surfaces. Any vibration or pull in the steering may indicate that the previous suspension repairs have not fully resolved the underlying instability. The malfunction of the tyre pressure monitoring system recorded in 2025 requires verification to ensure the system is now functioning correctly. Furthermore, the buyer should confirm the integrity of the adult seatbelts in the rear, as the presence of a child seat has repeatedly hindered full inspection during the 2025 and 2026 tests. Finally, a physical check of the tyre sidewalls is advised to ensure no further perishing has occurred, mirroring the defects seen in 2022.