2015 Dacia Logan 1.5L Diesel · SN65 LFS

The 2015 Dacia Logan currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued in February 2026 at 194,886 miles, placing it in a roadworthy condition with noted advisories. The maintenance trajectory appears reactive rather than preventative, characterised by recurring minor defects that required rectification before a pass could be issued. The tester cleared the vehicle most recently but flagged a weeping driveshaft seal and surface corrosion on the subframe. These advisories indicate the car remains functional, yet the pattern of last-minute repairs across consecutive tests suggests previous owners addressed faults only when legally compelled. The recorded mileage averages roughly 17,700 miles annually, which sits well above the typical usage curve for an eleven-year-old vehicle. The history reveals a significant mileage anomaly between the 5 and 6 February 2024 tests, where the recorded figure jumps from 32,196 to 183,614 miles in a single day. This discrepancy points to a testing station data entry error or an odometer irregularity that requires immediate verification against service invoices. Outside of this anomaly, the vehicle has accumulated approximately 11,000 miles over the last two testing cycles, confirming sustained long-distance use that accelerates wear on drivetrain and chassis components. A physical inspection must prioritise the front suspension and underbody sealing. The nearside front suspension arm bush failed in February 2025, and while replaced, high-mileage platforms frequently develop wear in the opposing control arm and drop links within twelve months. The persistent oil leak advisory, first noted in 2025 and carried through to the 2026 test as a driveshaft seal weep, requires verification to ensure it has not progressed to constant velocity joint contamination or gearbox fluid loss. The subframe corrosion advisory demands close scrutiny. The tester noted undersealing, which can mask progressive structural decay. Peel back any fresh coating to check for scaling or perforation. Verify the battery mounting security and front position lamp wiring, as both items failed in consecutive years and indicate a history of overlooked basic upkeep.