DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 387 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
387
Avg Mileage
16,810 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2021 DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the DACIA brand average of 89%.
At 3 years old, 95% of DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVTs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 387 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 16,810 miles.
How does the 2021 DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT has 16,810 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2021 DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT 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.
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About the 2021 DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT
The 2021 DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 387 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 beats that benchmark.
With an average of 16,810 miles at 3 years old, DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2021 DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT 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 SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT?
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 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT
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.
Alternatives to the 2021 DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT
The DACIA SANDERO COMFORT TCE CVT is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2019) 91% pass rate (-4%) from 124,950 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 89,653 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2019) 88% pass rate (-7%) from 68,639 tests
- MINI COOPER (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 52,140 tests