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ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
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Reported issues for this Dacia Sandero
These are the most commonly reported problems on Dacia Sandero models (2012–2021), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Rust on sills, wheel arches, and underbody seams
Surface rust bubbles or perforates due to basic anti-corrosion coatings failing in UK damp/salt conditions. · Typical repair: £400-£1,200 (sanding, primer, paint; worse if panels need welding). Estimated at indie garage rates.
Suspension bush wear (front lower control arm and rear trailing arm bushes)
Rubber bushes degrade fast due to basic design and poor compound quality. · Typical repair: £200-£500 (bushes + alignment; full arms if seized). Indie rates.
Interior rattles and squeaks (dashboard, door cards, seats)
Cheap plastics and seat foam compress/ loosen, causing persistent creaks. · Typical repair: £50-£200 (felt tape, foam, or panel clips). DIY often.
Infotainment glitches (Media Nav system freezing, Bluetooth dropouts)
Software bugs or head unit faults cause unresponsiveness. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (reset/software flash or unit swap).
Crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings)
Premature wear or failure due to oil starvation from poor circulation, manufacturing tolerances, or contaminated/delayed oil changes.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DG16 CAE |
| Make | Dacia |
| Model | Sandero |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1461cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About DG16 CAE
What car is DG16 CAE?
DG16 CAE is a blue Dacia Sandero, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Chester in 2016.
Is DG16 CAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG16 CAE is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is DG16 CAE?
DG16 CAE is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.