2013 Dacia Sandero 0.9L Petrol · YP13 XAV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent MOT test in August 2025 at 105,991 miles followed a failure involving a fractured offside front coil spring and pitted front brake discs. While the car passed the re-test, the recurring nature of suspension and brake-related defects suggests that the owner only addressed mechanical faults once they reached the MOT failure threshold rather than performing preventative maintenance between service intervals. At 105,991 miles over thirteen years, the Dacia Sandero averages approximately 8,153 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a small hatchback. The mileage data shows consistent progression, with roughly 3,400 miles covered between the August 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 4,400 miles in the preceding year. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which explains the gradual wear on rubber components and braking hardware noted in the record. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension, as the offside front ball joint was flagged for play in both 2023 and 2024. The failure of the coil spring in 2025 indicates that the front suspension components are reaching the end of their service life. Additionally, the front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in the latest test; the buyer should verify the thickness of the pads and the condition of the calipers to ensure they are not binding or requiring immediate replacement. Given that the last MOT was conducted in August 2025, the vehicle is nearly due for its next inspection as of June 2026. The history of worn tyre edges and defective wiper blades suggests that basic consumables are often overlooked until they fail. Focus should be placed on checking for corrosion corrosion on the sills and mounting points, as the record does not explicitly mention structural integrity but the age of the vehicle warrants such scrutiny.