Common Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce Problems, Faults, and Repair Costs
Every known Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce MOT issue, ranked by how common it is and what it costs to fix. Based on 1,549 real MOT tests across 2 model years.
Segment: city car | Fuel: Petrol
95%
Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce pass rate
89%
Dacia average
82%
National average
The Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce has an average MOT pass rate of 95%, which is 6 points above the Dacia average and 13 points above the national average.
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Most Common Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce MOT Issues
Ranked by how likely they are to affect your Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce, with typical repair costs
Brakes
Moderate likelihood£80 - £450
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Brake discs worn, brake pads thin, handbrake adjustment needed
Failure points:
Brake disc excessively worn, brake pipe corroded, brake efficiency below minimum
Lights
Moderate likelihood£15 - £200
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Headlamp aim slightly out, lens deteriorated
Failure points:
Headlamp not working, brake light not functioning, indicator failure
Tyres
Moderate likelihood£50 - £300
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Tyre approaching legal limit, slight damage to sidewall
Failure points:
Tyre below minimum tread depth, tyre has a cut exposing ply
Exhaust & Emissions
Moderate likelihood£80 - £800
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Exhaust mounting corroded, slight exhaust leak
Failure points:
Exhaust emissions exceed limits, catalytic converter efficiency low, DPF warning
Suspension
Lower likelihood£150 - £600
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Suspension arm bush worn, shock absorber misting, spring corroded
Failure points:
Coil spring broken, ball joint excessive play, shock absorber leaking
Steering
Lower likelihood£100 - £500
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Track rod end has slight play, steering rack boot deteriorated
Failure points:
Steering rack leaking, track rod ball joint worn beyond limits
Body & Structure
Lower likelihood£200 - £1200
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Surface corrosion on subframe, slight body panel damage
Failure points:
Structural corrosion, body mounting corroded through, chassis weakness
Windscreen & Wipers
Lower likelihood£10 - £350
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Minor windscreen chip, wiper blade deteriorated
Failure points:
Windscreen crack in swept area, wiper does not clear windscreen
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Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce Reliability by Year
MOT pass rate for each model year, based on real test data
Most Reliable Year
2021
95% pass rate from 1,376 tests
View 2021 Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce detailsLeast Reliable Year
2022
94% pass rate from 173 tests
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Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce FAQ
What are the most common Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce problems?
The most common Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce MOT problems are issues. These are the areas most likely to cause advisories or failures during an MOT test, based on 1,549 real tests.
Is the Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce reliable?
The Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce has an average MOT pass rate of 95%, which is 13 points above the national average of 82%. This is considered good reliability.
Which year Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce is most reliable?
The 2021 Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce is the most reliable year with a 95% MOT pass rate. Avoid the 2022 model year if reliability is your priority, as it has the lowest pass rate at 94%.
How much does it cost to fix common Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce faults?
Repair costs vary by issue. Brake work on a Dacia Sandero Stepway Prestige Tce typically costs £80-£450, suspension repairs cost £150-£600, and exhaust/emissions fixes cost £80-£800. Lighting and wiper fixes are usually under £200.
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