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Reliability
Dacia has a 69.8% MOT pass rate across 209,712 tests, sitting just below the national average.
69.8% MOT pass rate based on 210,000 tests.
Common faults and reliability ranked across 3 Dacia models.
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Are Dacia cars reliable?
Dacia vs other premium brands
Dacia sits just below the 71.9% national average at 69.8%. As a brand that launched in the UK in 2013, its fleet is relatively young, with most Dacia vehicles on the road under 12 years old.
The brand's value-focused positioning means these are affordable, no-frills vehicles, and the data suggests they hold up reasonably well for the price point. Across 209,712 tests in 2025, Dacia finishes fractionally behind the national curve.
Reliability data shows part of the picture. A vehicle history check reveals the rest, including outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-offs, and mileage discrepancies.
What is the Dacia MOT pass rate by age?
Pass rate at each vehicle age, from 3 to 20 years old. National average shown for comparison.
At 3 years old, Dacia vehicles pass at 84.0% vs 87.5% national, a gap of about 3.5 points. The gap widens quickly. By age 6, Dacia sits at 70.9% vs 81.6% national, a gap of nearly 11 percentage points. From age 9 to age 11, Dacia passes at 11 to 13 points below the national curve, and the gap narrows to about 8 points at age 12.
Dacia launched in the UK in 2013, so there are very few Dacia vehicles over 12 years old on the road. Test volumes drop below 30 for ages 13 and above, so the chart is capped at 12 to keep the figures meaningful.
What are the most common Dacia faults?
Top 10 MOT failure categories for Dacia, ranked by the share of failed tests they were found on. National percentage shown alongside.
Top 5 specific Dacia failure reasons
These are the specific MOT examiner findings most frequently recorded on Dacia vehicles, along with what they mean.
- Not working (found on 15.74% of failed Dacia tests)
A lamp, indicator, or electrical component that has completely stopped functioning. Usually a blown bulb or faulty sensor.
- Fractured or broken (found on 11.43% of failed Dacia tests)
A suspension arm, spring, or bracket has snapped or cracked. The affected part must be replaced before the vehicle is roadworthy.
- Does not clear the windscreen effectively (found on 10.84% of failed Dacia tests)
- Too low (found on 9.90% of failed Dacia tests)
- Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (found on 9.40% of failed Dacia tests)
Dacia's fault profile is broadly in line with national patterns. Lamps and electrical faults are found on 43.32% of failed tests, followed by suspension at 24.81%, notably below the 32.44% national average, which may reflect the young fleet age. Visibility at 22.73% (vs 15.70% national) is elevated. Brakes at 18.97% is below the 22.43% national. No single fault category stands out as unusual for Dacia.
Which Dacia models are most reliable?
Top 15 Dacia models ranked by MOT test volume. Pass rate shown for each. Green bars beat the national average of 71.9%. Red bars sit below it.
| Model | Tests | Pass rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dacia Sandero | 92,302 | 64.4% | Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment |
| Dacia Duster | 68,752 | 69.4% | Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment |
| Dacia Logan | 14,032 | 68.0% | Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment |
Only three Dacia models meet the 5,000-test threshold: the Sandero at 64.44% (92,302 tests), the Duster at 69.39% (68,752 tests), and the Logan at 68.02% (14,032 tests). The Sandero is the highest-volume model but has the lowest pass rate of the three. The Duster performs best. The compact model range reflects Dacia's value-focused strategy rather than a data gap, as the brand simply does not offer many variants in the UK.
How many miles do Dacia vehicles typically cover?
Average recorded mileage at each MOT test, by vehicle age. National average shown for comparison.
Dacia vehicles typically cover fewer miles than the national average at every age band. At age 6, Dacia averages 46,444 miles vs 53,670 national. By age 10, Dacia averages 77,780 miles vs 82,514 national. This may reflect the brand's positioning as a runabout or second family car rather than a primary commuter.
Because Dacia launched in the UK in 2013, mileage data for vehicles older than 12 years is based on very small samples. Our Premium Vehicle Reports compare the recorded mileage at every MOT test to flag discrepancies.
Are there any Dacia safety recalls?
Safety recalls are issued by Dacia when a manufacturing defect could affect the safety of the vehicle. The DVSA records every UK recall and links it to affected vehicle identification numbers (VINs). Recalls are free for the owner to have fixed at a franchised dealer.
Recall lists change over time as new issues are identified and old ones are resolved. For that reason we do not maintain a static list here. When you check a Dacia via Brumble, the report shows any outstanding manufacturer safety recalls that still need action on that specific vehicle.
How do you check a Dacia's full history?
Before you buy any used Dacia, a full history check protects you from problems that a physical inspection would miss. Here is what a Premium Vehicle Report from Brumble covers.
Has this Dacia been written off?
An insurance write-off means the car has been declared uneconomical to repair after an accident, fire, or flood. The report shows the category (Cat A, B, N, or S), the date, and the cause. Cat A and B are permanently unroadworthy. Cat N and S can legally return to the road but often carry hidden damage and are worth significantly less.
Is there outstanding finance on this Dacia?
If the previous owner has an active HP, PCP, or loan agreement secured against the car, the finance company legally owns it until the balance is paid off. Buying a car with outstanding finance means the finance company can repossess it, even after you have paid the seller in full. The report checks with Experian for any active finance agreements.
Has this Dacia been reported stolen?
The Police National Computer records stolen vehicles. The report checks the PNC for any active stolen marker. Buying a stolen vehicle means the police can seize it and return it to the rightful owner, with no compensation.
Has the mileage been tampered with?
Every MOT test records the current mileage. The report shows the full mileage history from every recorded test and flags any drops or unusually flat periods. A drop between tests is a strong signal the odometer has been clocked. A car worth £15,000 with 60,000 miles on the clock might be worth £10,000 if the true mileage is 120,000.
Has this Dacia been used as a taxi or private hire vehicle?
Ex-taxis and private hire vehicles have typically covered high mileage under harder use than a private car of the same age. Insurers may view them as higher risk, and resale value is significantly lower. The report checks whether the vehicle has ever been registered as a taxi or private hire vehicle.
What is this Dacia worth?
The report includes current trade, retail, and private-sale valuations based on the vehicle's make, model, trim, mileage, and condition. Use it to check whether the asking price is fair before you negotiate.
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What should you check before buying a used Dacia?
Four practical steps before you hand over any money.
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Check the MOT history
Every UK vehicle has a free MOT test history showing every pass, fail, advisory, and recorded mileage. Use the Brumble MOT checker to see what previous inspections found.
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Check the vehicle's full history
A Premium Vehicle Report covers outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-offs, mileage discrepancies, safety recalls, and valuation. £9.99, no subscription.
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Compare insurance before you commit
Dacia insurance groups vary widely by model and trim. Get a car insurance quote before you buy to avoid nasty surprises after the sale.
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Check the tax status
Confirm the car is currently taxed, or you may not be able to drive it away. The Brumble tax checker shows current tax status and when tax is next due.
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Source: Brumble analysis of DVSA anonymised MOT test data, 2025, Great Britain (published June 2026). First MOT test of the year for each class 4 vehicle, with 5,000+ tests per model. Published under Open Government Licence v3.0.