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Dacia Sandero

White · Petrol · 2014 · 898 cc

L26 SDNMOT history

L26 SDN is a white petrol Dacia Sandero first used on 30 May 2014. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 87,633 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

L26 SDN white Dacia Sandero – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Dacia Sandero, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
87,633 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 SDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Dacia
Model
Sandero
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
898 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
30 May 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 SDN was last recorded at 87,633 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 1,162 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,471 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,162 miles
Average per year
6,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,633 miles
  • 2025 – 86,471 miles
  • 2024 – 85,417 miles
  • 2023 – 84,594 miles
  • 2022 – 83,311 miles
  • 2021 – 74,030 miles
  • 2020 – 67,280 miles
  • 2019 – 54,015 miles
  • 2018 – 39,022 miles
  • 2017 – 24,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,633 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Apr 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,633 miles (+1,162)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    87,633 miles
    Test number
    907143392598
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass86,471 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    86,471 miles
    Test number
    947621188512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail86,469 miles (+1,052)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,469 miles
    Test number
    491986007246
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass85,417 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    85,417 miles
    Test number
    925141324203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail85,417 miles (+823)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,417 miles
    Test number
    553916768538
    • MajorNearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass84,594 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    84,594 miles
    Test number
    102767489969
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail84,594 miles (+1,283)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,594 miles
    Test number
    220974573894
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass83,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    83,311 miles
    Test number
    902027953333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,311 miles (+9,281)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,311 miles
    Test number
    488514596091
    • MajorFront Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass74,030 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    74,030 miles
    Test number
    656615426829
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail74,030 miles (+6,750)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,030 miles
    Test number
    511311488516
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass67,280 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    67,280 miles
    Test number
    498706184531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail67,277 miles (+13,262)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,277 miles
    Test number
    351641895732
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass54,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    54,015 miles
    Test number
    680279236485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,015 miles (+14,993)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,015 miles
    Test number
    867562725725
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass39,022 miles (+14,316)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    39,022 miles
    Test number
    355349894596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,706 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    24,706 miles
    Test number
    144344643027
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about L26 SDN

Does L26 SDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 SDN is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 SDN?
The MOT on L26 SDN is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 SDN done?
L26 SDN was recorded at 87,633 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 6,754 miles a year.
Has L26 SDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 SDN has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L26 SDN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L26 SDN find?
L26 SDN passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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