2013 Dacia Sandero 1.1L Petrol · SM13 PCX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on 15 July 2025 at 60,907 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of reactive neglect evidenced by a significant failure just one day prior. The July 2025 failure revealed critical mechanical defects including a fractured offside front coil spring, a worn ball joint, and a total parking brake failure. While these issues appear to have been rectified immediately, the density of faults suggests the previous owner only addressed defects upon failing testing rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 60,907 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 4,685 miles per year. This low usage often results in vehicles sitting for extended periods, which can accelerate the degradation of rubber components and seals. The gap between June 2024 at 49,055 miles and July 2025 at 60,907 miles shows an increase of over 11,000 miles, which aligns with the annual average but highlights the mechanical failures seen during that interval. A buyer must inspect the front suspension assembly closely to ensure the repairs from the 2025 failure were comprehensive. The previous report of a fractured coil spring and worn ball joint indicates a need to check for play in the steering and alignment. The braking system also requires scrutiny, as the history shows pitted discs in 2024 and a binding nearside rear caliper with poor parking brake efficiency in 2025. Verify the CV boots are free of tears, as a split boot was previously noted in 2023 and can lead to drivetrain failure if left unaddressed.