2018 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · ST68 RUR

The 2018 Dacia Sandero passed its most recent MOT on 8 November 2025 at 48,080 miles, but the record reveals a worsening corrosion trend that demands careful inspection. The tester flagged a corroded front sub-frame, corroded front suspension arms on both sides, corroded shock absorber casings all round, a corroded rear axle, a damaged nearside steering rack gaiter, and corroded brake hose ferrules on all four corners. Every single advisory relates to corrosion or deterioration of structural and safety-critical components. This is not a stable picture. The car went from a completely clean bill of health in November 2024 at 42,140 miles to a cluster of corrosion-related advisories just one year and 5,940 miles later, suggesting either prolonged standing in damp conditions or accelerated decay of underbody protection. The mileage profile is broadly typical for an eight-year-old car, averaging roughly 6,010 miles per year. The progression is steady: 17,109 miles in November 2021, 25,200 in October 2022, 33,543 in October 2023, 42,140 in November 2024, and 48,080 in November 2025. There are no alarming gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record. The annual increments sit between roughly 6,000 and 8,600 miles, which is consistent with regular short-to-medium distance use rather than prolonged storage or extreme motorway accumulation. A buyer should prioritise a thorough underbody inspection before committing. The front sub-frame and suspension arms warrant close scrutiny for structural integrity, particularly where corrosion has been noted but not yet deemed critical. The rear axle and all four shock absorber casings showed visible corrosion at the last test, so check for flaking metal, perforation, and any signs of coating failure that could accelerate decay. Examine the nearside front steering rack gaiter for splits or oil contamination, as a failed gaiter allows dirt ingress and accelerates rack wear. Inspect all four brake hose ferrules for corrosion, since corroded ferrules can compromise hose integrity under pressure. The front brake discs and pads have appeared on advisories in both 2022 and 2023, so expect these to be near or at replacement threshold given the mileage. Finally, verify the condition of all tyre sidewalls and tread depths, as rear tyre cracking was flagged in 2023 and front tyre wear was noted in 2022.