Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2016 Dacia Sandero Petrol 1149cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 20,891 miles on the clock, averaging 2,149 miles per year, well 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 FV16 XVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 20,891 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,138 |
| Average per year | 2,149 |
| 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 | FV16 XVU |
| Make | Dacia |
| Model | Sandero |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1149cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About FV16 XVU
What car is FV16 XVU?
FV16 XVU is an black Dacia Sandero, petrol (1149cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2016.
What is the mileage of FV16 XVU?
The last recorded mileage for FV16 XVU was 20,891 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV16 XVU passed its MOT?
FV16 XVU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Jun 2026.
Is FV16 XVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV16 XVU 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 FV16 XVU?
FV16 XVU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.