DACIA DUSTER (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 10,057 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
10,057
Avg Mileage
30,869 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2020 DACIA DUSTER reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%.
At 4 years old, 90% of DACIA DUSTERs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 10,057 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 30,869 miles.
How does the 2020 DACIA DUSTER compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 DACIA DUSTER has 30,869 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-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 2020 sits between the two at 90%.
How much does a 2020 DACIA DUSTER cost to run?
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
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About the 2020 DACIA DUSTER
The 2020 DACIA DUSTER is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 10,057 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 30,869 miles at 4 years old, DACIA DUSTER owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2020 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 2020 DACIA DUSTER?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
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 2020 DACIA DUSTER
At 4 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 10,057 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2020 DACIA DUSTER
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (+2%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2018) 85% pass rate (-5%) from 86,266 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2018) 87% pass rate (-3%) from 78,522 tests
- FORD KUGA (2018) 90% pass rate (same) from 67,605 tests