2015 Dacia Sandero 1.1L Petrol · YN65 TZF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 72,401 miles passed, it followed a significant failure just three days prior. This failure identified critical issues including a split offside front CV boot, excessive emissions, and a failed washer system. The persistence of minor advisories across several years suggests the owner addresses only the minimum requirements necessary to pass the MOT test rather than maintaining mechanical components before they fail. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. Between January 2024 at 54,914 miles and January 2025 at 64,135 miles, the car covered roughly 9,000 miles, followed by a slightly shorter interval of 8,266 miles leading to the latest test. This relatively low annual mileage does not mask the age of the vehicle, which explains the degradation of rubber-based components noted in the record. A buyer must pay close attention to the rear suspension, as corrosion on both rear coil springs has been flagged since at least 2025. This recurring issue indicates an environment-related wear that could eventually lead to structural failure of the spring itself. The steering rack inner joints and front Macpherson strut mount noted in 2024 also require a physical inspection to ensure the play has not worsened into a dangerous condition. Furthermore, the split CV boot reported in January 2026 must be verified as replaced to prevent imminent and damage to the drive shaft joint.