Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2015 Dacia Sandero Petrol 898cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 66,152 miles on the clock, averaging 5,580 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Dacia Sandero issues include rust on sills, wheel arches, and underbody seams and suspension bush wear.
MOT & Mileage History for EK65 VLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 66,152 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,254 |
| Average per year | 5,580 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | EK65 VLX |
| Make | Dacia |
| Model | Sandero |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 898cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 65 — September 2015 to February 2016 |
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About EK65 VLX
What car is EK65 VLX?
EK65 VLX is an black Dacia Sandero, petrol (898cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2015.
What is the mileage of EK65 VLX?
The last recorded mileage for EK65 VLX was 66,152 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK65 VLX passed its MOT?
EK65 VLX has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2026.
Is EK65 VLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK65 VLX 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 EK65 VLX?
EK65 VLX is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 65 means registered between 1 September 2015 and 28 February 2016.