Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2018 Dacia Sandero Petrol 898cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 31,778 miles on the clock, averaging 5,141 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 PJ18 MZT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 31,778 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,554 |
| Average per year | 5,141 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | PJ18 MZT |
| Make | Dacia |
| Model | Sandero |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 898cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About PJ18 MZT
What car is PJ18 MZT?
PJ18 MZT is a black Dacia Sandero, petrol (898cc). First registered in Preston in 2018.
What is the mileage of PJ18 MZT?
The last recorded mileage for PJ18 MZT was 31,778 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ18 MZT passed its MOT?
PJ18 MZT has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.
Is PJ18 MZT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ18 MZT 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 PJ18 MZT?
PJ18 MZT is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.