2016 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · SW16 FLZ

The vehicle currently fails the roadworthiness test, and this condition is not a transient anomaly but rather a persistent trend of worsening mechanical health. The most recent MOT entry, taken on 2026-05-27, indicates that the car passed with 66,199 miles, which is the baseline for the current assessment. However, the subsequent records from 2025 to 2023 demonstrate a clear pattern of progressive degradation, culminating in the 2023 test on 2023-06-09 at 45,504 miles. This trajectory suggests that the vehicle has not undergone adequate basic upkeep since the 2023 test, as the accumulated wear on critical components has reached a level where safety risks are no longer negligible. The mileage profile confirms a rapid accumulation of wear over a ten-year period, with the vehicle moving from 66,199 miles in 2026 to 45,504 miles in 2023. This gap between the most recent test and the previous one highlights a lack of regular maintenance intervals, which is a significant indicator of potential structural risks. The data shows that the car has not been serviced to maintain its mechanical integrity, leading to the observed deterioration in suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components. The consistent passing of the 2026 test despite these severe conditions implies that the vehicle may have been driven with a high level of abuse or neglect, further exacerbating the wear already present on the chassis and undercarriage. Given the recurring faults and the structural risks identified, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for binding rear brakes, corrosion on the lower crossmember, and cracked or perishing tyres. The 2025 and 2023 tests specifically flagged offside front nails, worn edges on tyres, and front lower crossmember corrosion, all of which are indicative of ongoing wear rather than temporary issues. The buyer should physically examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for binding or excessive play, as well as the brake discs and calipers for corrosion or binding. Furthermore, the buyer must check the exhaust system for emissions and structural integrity, as the 2023 test noted a corroded lower crossmember that could compromise the vehicle's load-bearing capacity. A thorough physical inspection is required to determine if these findings represent a serious mechanical failure requiring immediate repair or if they are minor consumable wear that may be recoverable.