2015 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · WM64 SOE

A clean and uninterrupted MOT history is the defining mechanical takeaway for this eleven-year-old Dacia Sandero. Five consecutive passes have been recorded between 2022 and the latest test on 26 January 2026, and not a single advisory, minor defect, or failure has been logged across that entire window. There are no recurring wear items, no corroded brake pipes, no advisories on suspension components, and no emissions issues raised at any stage. For a budget-oriented supermini now entering its twelfth year, that consistency suggests the structural and mechanical fundamentals of the vehicle have held up well under annual scrutiny, and the absence of advisories on the steering, braking, or underbody components indicates no significant corrosion progression has been picked up by the testing station. The current MOT runs until late January 2027, providing a comfortable buffer before the next statutory test is due. With 67,153 miles accumulated over roughly eleven years, the Sandero has covered an average of about 6,100 miles annually, which sits squarely within the typical range for a car of this age and class. There are no extended gaps in the testing record and no sudden mileage jumps between tests, pointing to continuous rather than sporadic use. This kind of steady, moderate mileage is generally favourable mechanically, as it avoids both the harsh wear associated with high annual mileage and the seal, gasket, and corrosion issues that can arise from vehicles left standing for prolonged periods. The drivetrain, clutch, and braking consumables will have worn at a measured pace, consistent with regular but not exhaustive motoring. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any recorded advisories means there are no specific flagged components to target with a heightened inspection, but a thorough test drive remains essential. Pay close attention to the clutch take-up point for any slipping or juddering, listen for clonks or knocking from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or potholes, and check for any pulling under braking, which on an unrecorded history could still suggest binding calipers or warped discs. Examine the underside of the car for any surface corrosion on the subframe, rear axle, or brake lines, particularly given the wet UK climate exposure over eleven winters. The tyres should be checked for even wear across both axles, as uneven front wear can point to alignment issues not yet severe enough to have caused an MOT failure. Finally, given the clean record, a buyer should still commission an independent pre-purchase inspection, focusing on the areas commonly affected on older Sanderos of this generation. These include the exhaust system downstream of the catalytic converter, where corrosion can set in silently, and the engine for any signs of oil misting around the cam cover or sump gasket. The cooling system should be pressure-tested for any slow leaks from the radiator or hoses, and the brake fluid should ideally be assessed for moisture content given that the MOT does not cover its condition. If the car drives without warning lights, pulls true under braking, and presents no significant corrosion on physical inspection, the recorded DVSA history offers strong reassurance that this Sandero remains a sound mechanical proposition.