2015 Dacia Sandero 1.5L Diesel · ST15 YUW

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 89,564 miles, this followed a failure just four days prior. The record reveals recurring mechanical weaknesses, including a split CV joint boot, a fractured coil spring, and worn suspension ball joints. The persistence of these issues across multiple testing dates suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they cause an MOT failure, rather than performing routine inspections. The mileage pattern is consistent with an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,100 miles per year. There is a significant gap in data between June 2023 at 76,532 miles and August 2024 at 88,244 miles, during which the car covered over 11,000 miles. Since that period, the vehicle has added roughly 1,300 miles. While low annual mileage is generally positive, the frequency of failures indicates that the age is affecting rubber and metal components significantly, particularly in the front suspension and braking system. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension, as the nearside ball joint play and fractured coil spring indicate significant wear on structural components. The noted coolant leak from the September 2025 test requires immediate investigation to determine if it is a minor weeping or a failing water pump or hose. Additionally, the recurring corrosion on the rear brake pipes noted in 2024 should be checked for structural integrity to ensure the rust has not progressed to the point of failure. The repeated mention of front tyres being near the legal limit across three years suggests basic consumable maintenance is deferred until the last possible moment.