Dacia Duster (2014)
2014 Dacia Duster
CarHunch analysed 6,221 real MOT records for the 2014 Dacia Duster. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Dacia Duster trails the UK average by just 1.8 percentage points at 78.2% first-time pass rate, which is respectable, but nearly four in ten vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect during their MOT history—a notably high figure that demands careful inspection before purchase. Petrol and diesel variants perform almost identically, so fuel choice won't affect reliability expectations here.
At just under 59,000 miles median mileage for a ten-year-old vehicle, these Dusters have been driven relatively gently, yet they're still racking up 2.61 failures per test on average, suggesting wear and maintenance issues are catching up. The high advisory count of 17.1 per vehicle points to cumulative small problems—worn brake pads, fluid leaks, suspension wear—rather than catastrophic failures, so budget for regular upkeep. Before committing to one, get an independent inspection that specifically checks suspension components, brakes, and fluid seals, as these appear to be the Duster's weak spots.
What to check before buying a 2014 Dacia Duster
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 37.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (90%) | 5,569 | 78.2% | 2.63 |
| Petrol (10%) | 650 | 78.9% | 2.48 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 1 | 70% | 3 |
| LPG (0%) | 1 | 50% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Dacia Duster vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2014 Dacia Duster vehicles fall between 44,118 and 73,677 miles.
2014 Dacia Duster — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 5,181 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 87% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 Dacia Duster
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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63.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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53.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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43.4%
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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41%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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35.5%
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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30.5%
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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30.4%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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28.9%
Offside Front Coil spring corroded
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
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