2020 Dacia Duster 1.0L Petrol · SL20 FPP

The Dacia Duster passed its most recent MOT on 24 June 2025 at 50,413 miles, having failed earlier that same day before being re-presented and approved. This pattern typically indicates a minor defect was identified, repaired, and the vehicle re-tested before leaving the test station. No specific defects were recorded against either attempt, which is unusual but suggests the issue was addressed promptly and was not a structural or mechanical concern of lasting significance. Across the full record, the vehicle has demonstrated consistent roadworthiness with no advisories or recurring faults recorded across four consecutive test years. The annual mileage progression is steady and unremarkable for a vehicle of this age. Between June 2023 and June 2024 the odometer advanced from 28,947 to 40,402 miles, a gain of approximately 11,500 miles. The following year saw a similar increment of roughly 10,000 miles, bringing the total to 50,413 miles by June 2025. At around 8,400 miles per year, the Duster has covered a typical distance for a six-year-old vehicle and shows no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps that would suggest clocking or extended periods of inactivity. The consistent annual testing interval also indicates a diligent approach to statutory testing. Despite the clean MOT record, the June 2025 fail-and-pass on the same day warrants closer scrutiny during any pre-purchase inspection. Even though no defects were recorded, the nature of the repair remains unknown. A prospective buyer should specifically request the repair invoice or speak with the previous owner to establish what triggered the initial failure. Beyond that, standard checks on suspension components, brake pad thickness, and tyre condition are advisable given the mileage accrued since the last test. Structural areas such as the sill seams, floor pans, and spare wheel well should be inspected for corrosion, as these are known rust-prone locations on Duster models of this era. The absence of recorded advisories across four years is encouraging, but the unknown cause of the June 2025 failure means a thorough visual and operational inspection is prudent before committing to purchase.