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DACIA DUSTER (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 13,910 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

85%

Total Tests (2024)

13,910

Avg Mileage

46,731 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,732

Is the 2018 DACIA DUSTER reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the DACIA brand average of 89%.

At 6 years old, 85% of DACIA DUSTERs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 13,910 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 46,731 miles.

How does the 2018 DACIA DUSTER compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars529th out of 649(top 82%)
Rank among all DACIA models69th out of 89(top 78%)
vs national average+3% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average-4% (89% avg)
vs DACIA average-4% (89% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 DACIA DUSTER has 46,731 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a DACIA DUSTER?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2013 model has the lowest at 74%. The 2018 sits between the two at 85%.

How much does a 2018 DACIA DUSTER cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1598cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,732
Per month£144/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

DACIA DUSTER by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202295%40120,999 mi
202191%9,97024,360 mi
202090%10,05730,869 mi
201987%23,98737,642 mi
201885%13,91046,731 mi
201784%10,41653,897 mi
201681%11,71265,557 mi
201579%9,99574,463 mi
201475%10,08581,001 mi
201374%11,57988,088 mi

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About the 2018 DACIA DUSTER

The 2018 DACIA DUSTER is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 13,910 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 82% of 2018 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 46,731 miles at 6 years old, DACIA DUSTER owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 DACIA DUSTER Fuel Costs

The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2018 DACIA DUSTER?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,732 (£144/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 85% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

DACIA DUSTER Reliability Trend

Newer DACIA DUSTERs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 11 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 DACIA DUSTER

At 6 years old, the DACIA DUSTER offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 95%. With 13,910 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2018 DACIA DUSTER

If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: