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Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI reliable? We analysed 2,770 real MOT tests across 493 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,770 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
80.3%
Typical Mileage
65,191mi
Annual Mileage
7,336mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI.

Specifications

Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1461cc
Engine
90bhp
Power
11.7sec
0–62 mph
98g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1461cc
Power
90 BHP
0–62 mph
11.7 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Black
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
98 g/km Band A
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
10 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,617 mi/yr
Typical
7,336 mi/yr
Average
8,259 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,701 mi/yr

Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
65,191 mi
75th Percentile
90,075 mi
95th Percentile
130,356 mi
Max Recorded
1,129,349 mi

How Does the Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI THIS CAR 80.3% 2,770 65,191 mi — yrs
Dacia Sandero 77.4% 875,466 39,774 mi 13 yrs
Dacia Duster 79.4% 530,807 43,569 mi 13 yrs
Dacia Logan 78.5% 141,246 52,125 mi 13 yrs
Hyundai Tucson Crtd Cdx 70% 1,454 120,067 mi — yrs

Compared to the Dacia Sandero (77.4% pass rate) and the Dacia Duster (79.4% pass rate), the Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI?

The Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.3% across 2,770 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI owner drives around 7,336 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI reliable?
Based on 2,770 MOT tests, the Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI has a 80.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI do per year?
The typical Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI does around 7,336 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Dacia Sandero Stepway Laureate DCI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.