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At a glance
This 2016 Dacia Sandero Petrol 898cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 36,994 miles on the clock, averaging 4,908 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 SY16 XDW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 36,994 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 4,908 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SY16 XDW |
| Make | Dacia |
| Model | Sandero |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 898cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SY16 XDW
What car is SY16 XDW?
SY16 XDW is an silver Dacia Sandero, petrol (898cc). First registered in Inverness in 2016.
What is the mileage of SY16 XDW?
The last recorded mileage for SY16 XDW was 36,994 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY16 XDW passed its MOT?
SY16 XDW has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2026.
Is SY16 XDW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY16 XDW 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 SY16 XDW?
SY16 XDW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.