DACIA SANDERO (2016)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 24,357 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
79%
Total Tests (2024)
24,357
Avg Mileage
56,523 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,540
Is the 2016 DACIA SANDERO reliable?
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the DACIA brand average of 89%.
At 8 years old, 79% of DACIA SANDEROs from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 24,357 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 56,523 miles.
How does the 2016 DACIA SANDERO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2016 DACIA SANDERO has 56,523 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-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 2016 sits between the two at 79%.
How much does a 2016 DACIA SANDERO 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 SANDERO by Year
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About the 2016 DACIA SANDERO
The 2016 DACIA SANDERO is a city car with a 900cc petrol engine. 24,357 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 88% of 2016 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 56,523 miles at 8 years old, DACIA SANDERO owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2016 DACIA SANDERO Fuel Costs
The modest 900cc 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 2016 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 79% 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 2016 DACIA SANDERO
At 8 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 24,357 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2016 DACIA SANDERO
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2015) 81% pass rate (+2%) from 225,575 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2015) 78% pass rate (-1%) from 160,438 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (+7%) from 100,176 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2015) 82% pass rate (+3%) from 94,129 tests