Dacia common problems and MOT failures
From 282,038 MOT tests in 2024, 17.4% of Dacia vehicles failed. Below are the most common reasons, ranked by how often they occur.
Top Dacia MOT failure reasons
| # | Problem | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits the requirements | 6,360 |
| 2 | suspension pin, bush or joint worn | 6,110 |
| 3 | transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 5,969 |
| 4 | tyre tread depth outside legal limits | 5,421 |
| 5 | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 5,153 |
| 6 | spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 4,683 |
| 7 | windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 4,161 |
| 8 | tyre seriously damaged | 3,195 |
| 9 | brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 3,078 |
| 10 | headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2,965 |
What this means if you're buying a Dacia
The single most common MOT failure for Dacia is the aim of a headlamp is not within limits the requirements, accounting for 14% of all failure items. Headlamp alignment can usually be adjusted for under £30, but bulb or unit replacement varies.
These figures are from real MOT inspections — they show what testers actually find wrong with Dacia vehicles. If you're viewing a used Dacia, it's worth checking these areas specifically.
Dacia models by MOT pass rate
Lowest pass rates first — these models have the most testable issues.
Buying a specific Dacia? Check the individual vehicle's MOT history for free on GOV.UK to see its actual test results, advisories, and mileage readings.
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