2022 Dacia Sandero Comfort LPG TCE 1.0L Gas bi-fuel · V16 VAL

The 2022 Dacia Sandero Comfort LPG TCE carries a current and valid MOT certification, having most recently passed its statutory roadworthiness examination on 6 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded. A prior test conducted on 28 April 2025 also resulted in a clean pass with no recorded items. The absence of advisories, advisory notices, or failure items across both recorded tests suggests a stable and well-maintained maintenance trend, with no immediate documented concerns regarding braking efficiency, suspension integrity, exhaust emissions, lighting, or structural corrosion. Given that the vehicle is now four years old, the clean MOT record is reassuring, though prospective purchasers should still recognise that a clean MOT represents a minimum legal standard at the point of test rather than a comprehensive mechanical guarantee. The recorded mileage of 26,042 miles against a four-year registration indicates an average annual usage of approximately 6,510 miles, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and segment. This rate of accumulation is neither excessively low nor unusually high, suggesting the vehicle has experienced regular but moderate use rather than prolonged periods of standing or heavy commercial utilisation. Mechanical implications of this mileage profile are generally favourable, as moderate annual use tends to preserve component longevity, allowing lubricants to circulate regularly and preventing the seizing or corrosion that can afflict very low-mileage vehicles. There are no recorded gaps in the MOT history that would indicate extended off-road periods requiring particular scrutiny for standing-related degradation. Despite the clean MOT history, several practical physical inspections remain prudent given the vehicle's age and its LPG powertrain, which introduces additional considerations beyond those of a standard petrol model. The LPG system itself should be verified for current certification and servicing records, as the tank and associated ancillaries have periodic inspection requirements independent of the MOT. The 12V battery should be assessed for state of charge and terminal condition, particularly if the vehicle has experienced any short-trip use patterns that may not fully replenish it. Given that the MOT records show no advisories, there is no specific defect history to investigate, but a test drive should still include attentive listening for any suspension clonks over uneven surfaces, which could indicate wear to bushes or anti-roll bar links, and careful monitoring for steering vibration or pulling that might suggest warped brake discs from corrosion following periods of light use. Additional checks appropriate to a four-year-old vehicle with moderate usage include a thorough inspection of tyre sidewalls for perishing or cracking from age-related rubber degradation, even if the tread depth remains legal, as tyres produced several years prior may require replacement on age grounds alone. Brake caliper slide pins and handbrake mechanisms should be examined for any signs of seizing, particularly given that the relatively modest annual mileage may include sufficient standing periods to encourage corrosion on the friction surfaces. Fluid degradation should also be considered, with engine oil, coolant, and brake fluid all subject to calendar-based servicing intervals rather than purely mileage-driven schedules, and a brake fluid moisture content test would be advisable given the hygroscopic nature of the fluid and the four-year elapsed period. Finally, verification of the vehicle's service book stamps or digital service history should be undertaken to confirm that manufacturer-recommended maintenance has been performed at the correct intervals, providing further assurance of the vehicle's continued roadworthiness beyond the MOT certificate alone.