2013 Dacia Duster 1.5L Diesel · SW13 ASZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in suspension and braking components. While it passed its most recent test in May 2026 at 66,939 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior involving multiple serious defects. The tester identified a worn nearside front ball joint, a serious leak on the nearside rear shock absorber, and corroded nearside front brake pipe. These failures indicate that while the car is being operated, critical mechanical components are now reaching a point of accelerated wear. The mileage profile is notably low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,150 miles per year. There is a significant gap in recorded data between April 2024 at 47,675 miles and May 2025 at 59,250 miles, representing over 11,000 miles driven in just fourteen months. However, the low annual mileage often correlates with the age of the rubber components and metal lines, as seen in the recurring issues with the brake piping which appears to suffer from age-related degradation despite the low distance traveled. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front-end suspension and the braking system. The recurring corrosion on the nearside front brake pipe, noted in both 2025 and 2026, suggests the material is thinning and should be replaced to prevent a sudden failure. The transition from light misting in 2025 to a serious leak on the rear shock absorber indicates the dampers are failing rapidly. Additionally, the offside front tyre showing wear on the inner edge suggests an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that requires addressing to prevent premature tyre destruction.