Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce (2020)
Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 60 MOT tests in 2024.
Annual Cost
£1,930
£161/month
MOT Pass Rate
78%
Average
Road Tax
£200
Standard rate/year
Est. Insurance
Grp 1-8
999cc Petrol/gas
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78% pass rate, £1,930/year to run. Close to the average across all models.
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Annual Running Costs
~50 mpg
Standard rate (from April 2017)
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).
Reliability Verdict
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. It falls below the Dacia brand average of 89%.
78% of MOT tests on Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tces from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 60 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 32,366 miles.
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Mileage Analysis
32,366
Average miles
29,600
Expected for age
The average 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce had 32,366 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
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About the 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce
The 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce is a city car. Our records list a 999cc petrol/gas engine, though engines vary between versions. 60 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 2% of 2020 models for MOT pass rate.
With an average of 32,366 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc petrol/gas 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 £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year). This is a petrol-price estimate; running on petrol/gas will change the cost.
What does it cost to own a 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,930 (£161/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 78% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce
At 6 years old, the Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 60 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Common Issues to Watch For
These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.
Service History
Low riskAlways request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.
Running Costs Compared
How the 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.
| Car | Pass Rate | Fuel/yr | Tax/yr | Est. Ins. Group | Total/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce(2020) | 78% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 1-8 | £1,930 |
| Dacia Duster Prestige LPG Tce 4X2(2021) | 92% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 1-8 | £1,630-£300 |
| Dacia Duster Comfort LPG Tce 4X2(2021) | 88% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 1-8 | £1,780-£150 |
| Dacia Sandero Comfort LPG Tce(2021) | 92% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 1-8 | £1,630-£300 |
| Dacia Duster Essential LPG Tce 4X2(2021) | 90% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 1-8 | £1,630-£300 |
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.
Questions about the 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce
Is the 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce reliable?
Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. 78% of MOT tests on 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tces ended in a pass, from 60 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 4 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
How much does a 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce cost to run?
Our estimate is £1,930 a year (£161 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £500 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.
What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce?
78% of 60 MOT tests on the 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2527th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (bottom 2%).
What is the average mileage for a 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce?
The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Dacia Sandero Essential LPG Tce is 32,366 miles, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
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