2025 Dacia Duster Journey TCE HEV Auto 1.6L Hybrid electric · YP25 CEF

A DVSA MOT test outcome cannot be confirmed for this 2025 Dacia Duster Journey TCE HEV Automatic, as no MOT history is currently recorded against the vehicle. Under UK roadworthiness legislation, cars first registered on or after the relevant date within the past three years are not legally required to be presented for MOT testing, which explains the absence of any DVSA test data for what would normally be a near-new or current model. As such, there is no historical maintenance trend available to evaluate in terms of recurring advisories, component wear progression, or structural deterioration, and the prospective buyer must therefore rely on the manufacturer's build quality, any pre-delivery inspection records, and the warranty position rather than independent DVSA evidence. The recorded mileage is presently unknown, which precludes any meaningful assessment of annual usage. Vehicles of this age and market segment are typically driven between six thousand and twelve thousand miles per year, with hybrid variants often accumulating slightly higher urban mileage due to their efficiency characteristics in stop-start traffic. Without confirmed odometer readings, it is impossible to determine whether the vehicle has been used predominantly for short urban commutes, longer motorway journeys, or has been subject to periods of standing idle. Any significant gap in usage or conversely, exceptionally high mileage relative to a vehicle of barely one year old, would have differing implications for battery conditioning, brake disc corrosion from infrequent use, or accelerated wear of suspension and drivetrain components respectively. Given the absence of MOT history and the vehicle's current age, any prospective buyer should treat this Duster as essentially a new or nearly-new purchase and direct their inspection accordingly rather than searching for recurring defects. A thorough physical inspection should commence with the exterior condition, paying particular attention to tyre sidewalls for any signs of perishing or cracking from age, even on low-wear tyres, as well as checking the tread depth across the full width of each tyre for uneven wear patterns that might suggest tracking or suspension geometry issues from kerbing. The 12 volt auxiliary battery and, in the case of the hybrid system, the high voltage battery state of health should be verified, as batteries can deteriorate from infrequent use or from prolonged standing on the forecourt. Brake discs should be examined for any surface corrosion, binding calipers, or uneven pad wear that might indicate a seized slider or sticking piston, particularly if the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for any suspension clonks or knocks over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, which would indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes, top mounts, or coil springs. The automatic transmission should be evaluated for smooth and timely gearchanges, with particular attention to any harsh engagement, shudder, or hesitation that could suggest clutch pack wear or hydraulic issues within the hybrid system. Steering response should be precise without excess play or vibration, and the braking system should provide a firm, progressive pedal feel without pulling to one side, which might indicate a binding caliper. Fluid levels and their condition should be visually inspected where accessible, including engine oil, coolant, and brake fluid, noting that brake fluid is hygroscopic and degrades over time regardless of mileage, typically warranting replacement every two to three years. Finally, verifying that the service book is correctly stamped or that digital service records are complete, along with confirming any remaining manufacturer warranty and the timing of the first scheduled service, will provide additional confidence in the vehicle's mechanical integrity given the current absence of independent MOT verification.