Vehicle summary
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.
MOT & Mileage History for DG16 ZJU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 53,503 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,525 |
| Average per year | 5,274 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DG16 ZJU |
| Make | Dacia |
| Model | Sandero |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 898cc |
| 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 ZJU
What car is DG16 ZJU?
DG16 ZJU is a black Dacia Sandero, petrol (898cc). First registered in Chester in 2016.
What is the mileage of DG16 ZJU?
The last recorded mileage for DG16 ZJU was 53,503 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG16 ZJU passed its MOT?
DG16 ZJU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Mar 2026.
Is DG16 ZJU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG16 ZJU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is DG16 ZJU?
DG16 ZJU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.