2016 · 8 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2016 Dacia Duster MOT pass rate and common faults

6,942 MOT tests in 2024. 67.9% passed first time, compared with 76.6% for all cars the same age.

89Well below average
Passed first time67.9%
Failed or needed repairs32.1%
Typical mileage at test61,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 6,942 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Coil spring: fractured or broken4.0%
  2. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect3.6%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.8%
    270 marked dangerous
  4. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.3%
  5. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction2.3%
  6. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play2.3%
  7. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.9%
  8. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam1.5%
  9. Headlamp aim: too low1.5%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics19.0%
  2. Brakes9.6%
  3. Suspension7.2%
  4. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)6.7%
  5. Tyres6.2%
  6. Body & chassis4.8%
  7. Emissions & leaks3.8%
  8. Steering2.8%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm16.9%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened12.5%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure10.8%
  4. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick5.3%
  5. Brake discs: significantly and obviously worn3.4%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: coil spring: fractured or broken. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2016 Dacia Duster?

In 2024, 67.9% of 2016 Dacia Duster cars passed their MOT first time, across 6,942 tests. The average for all 8-year-old cars was 76.6%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2016 Dacia Duster?

The most common failure reasons were coil spring: fractured or broken; headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect; tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2016 Dacia Duster reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 89, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).