Dacia MOT Failure Rates
MOT failure rates for 4 Dacia models, ranked from highest to lowest failure rate. Data from official DVSA MOT test records covering 142 million UK MOT tests.
Dacia MOT Reliability Overview
Across 4 models with sufficient test data, Dacia vehicles have an average MOT failure rate of 20.9%. This puts Dacia below the UK national average of 28%, suggesting above-average reliability across the range.
The most reliable Dacia model for MOT is the Dacia Jogger with a 5.1% failure rate. The highest failure rate belongs to the Dacia Sandero at 27.8%.
These figures are calculated from real DVSA MOT test records and represent weighted averages across all vehicle ages and mileage bands. Only models with 100 or more test records are included to ensure statistical reliability.
Which Dacia Models Fail MOT Most?
| Model | Failure Rate | Total Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Dacia Sandero | 27.8% | 388,907 |
| Dacia Logan | 26.5% | 62,577 |
| Dacia Duster | 24.3% | 253,527 |
| Dacia Jogger | 5.1% | 513 |
How we calculate failure rates: Rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for each model. Only models with 100+ test records are shown. Data sourced from official DVSA MOT test records covering 142 million tests.
Dacia MOT FAQs
Are Dacia cars reliable for MOT?
Dacia has 4 models in our database. Overall, Dacia vehicles perform well in MOT tests with an average failure rate below the national average of 28%. Click on any model above to see a detailed component-level breakdown.
Which Dacia model is best for MOT?
The Dacia Jogger has the lowest MOT failure rate at 5.1%, making it the most reliable Dacia model in our dataset. See full Dacia Jogger MOT data.
Which Dacia model fails MOT most?
The Dacia Sandero has the highest failure rate at 27.8%. This doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a bad car — higher failure rates often correlate with older average vehicle age. See full Dacia Sandero MOT data.
How can I predict if my Dacia will pass its MOT?
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