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DACIA SANDERO (2015)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 26,254 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

74%

Total Tests (2024)

26,254

Avg Mileage

64,308 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,540

Is the 2015 DACIA SANDERO reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 8 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the DACIA brand average of 89%.

At 9 years old, 74% of DACIA SANDEROs from 2015 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 26,254 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 64,308 miles.

How does the 2015 DACIA SANDERO compare?

Rank among all 2015 cars524th out of 559(top 94%)
Rank among all DACIA models85th out of 89(top 96%)
vs national average-8% (82% avg)
vs 2015 cars average-9% (83% avg)
vs DACIA average-15% (89% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2015 DACIA SANDERO has 64,308 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a DACIA SANDERO?

The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 2014 model has the lowest at 73%. The 2015 sits between the two at 74%.

How much does a 2015 DACIA SANDERO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1149cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,540
Per month£128/mo

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

DACIA SANDERO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202191%1,25521,958 mi
202089%12,27325,519 mi
201988%19,27431,402 mi
201886%19,98838,898 mi
201782%24,37448,179 mi
201679%24,35756,523 mi
201574%26,25464,308 mi
201473%22,70472,376 mi
201374%12,77774,847 mi

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About the 2015 DACIA SANDERO

The 2015 DACIA SANDERO is a city car with a 1149cc petrol engine. 26,254 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 94% of 2015 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 64,308 miles at 9 years old, DACIA SANDERO owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2015 DACIA SANDERO Fuel Costs

The modest 1149cc 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 2015 DACIA SANDERO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,540 (£128/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 74% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

DACIA SANDERO Reliability Trend

Newer DACIA SANDEROs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 12 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2015 DACIA SANDERO

At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 91%. With 26,254 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2015 DACIA SANDERO

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: