DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2 (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 769 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
769
Avg Mileage
25,733 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%.
At 3 years old, 92% of DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2s from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 769 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 25,733 miles.
How does the 2021 DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2 has 25,733 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2?
The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 95% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 91%. The 2021 sits between the two at 92%.
How much does a 2021 DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2 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 PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2 by Year
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About the 2021 DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2
The 2021 DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2 is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 769 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 25,733 miles at 3 years old, DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2 owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2 Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2 Reliability Trend
The DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 95%.
Alternatives to the 2021 DACIA DUSTER PRESTIGE LPG TCE 4X2
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- DACIA DUSTER COMFORT LPG TCE 4X2 (2021) 88% pass rate (-4%) from 730 tests
- DACIA SANDERO COMFORT LPG TCE (2021) 92% pass rate (same) from 588 tests
- DACIA DUSTER ESSENTIAL LPG TCE 4X2 (2021) 90% pass rate (-2%) from 458 tests
- DACIA DUSTER SE TWENTY LPG TCE 4X2 (2021) 93% pass rate (+1%) from 283 tests