DACIA SANDERO (2018)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 19,988 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
86%
Total Tests (2024)
19,988
Avg Mileage
38,898 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,550
Is the 2018 DACIA SANDERO reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.
At 6 years old, 86% of DACIA SANDEROs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 19,988 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 38,898 miles.
How does the 2018 DACIA SANDERO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2018 DACIA SANDERO has 38,898 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 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 2018 sits between the two at 86%.
How much does a 2018 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 2018 DACIA SANDERO
The 2018 DACIA SANDERO is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 19,988 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 78% of 2018 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 38,898 miles at 6 years old, DACIA SANDERO owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2018 DACIA SANDERO Fuel Costs
The modest 998cc 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 2018 DACIA SANDERO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,550 (£129/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 86% 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 2018 DACIA SANDERO
At 6 years old, the DACIA SANDERO 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 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 91%. With 19,988 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2018 DACIA SANDERO
The DACIA SANDERO is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2016) 81% pass rate (-5%) from 205,128 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2016) 81% pass rate (-5%) from 133,045 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (same) from 100,176 tests
- VAUXHALL ASTRA (2016) 85% pass rate (-1%) from 92,988 tests