Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Dacia Logan?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2018 Dacia Logan?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2018 Dacia Logan?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2018 Dacia Logan vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

23% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2018 Dacia Logan reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,794 vehicles, the 2018 Dacia Logan has a first-time MOT pass rate of 82.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Dacia Logan?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Dacia Logan are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (47.2% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (44.2% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (28.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Dacia Logan?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Dacia Logan (2018)

1,794 real MOT outcomes analysed • 82.6% first-time pass rate

2018 Dacia Logan

CarHunch analysed 1,794 real MOT records for the 2018 Dacia Logan. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Dacia Logan passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 82.5%, with petrol models performing marginally better than diesels (83.0% versus 81.5%), though both are respectable. However, nearly a quarter of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a material concern for buyers evaluating safety risk.

At 34,227 miles median, these Logans are showing fairly typical wear for their age, though the average sits higher at 44,047 miles suggesting some high-mileage examples in the mix. With 1.28 average failures and 5.6 advisories per test, the car's modest equipment and build quality mean minor corrosion and trim issues are common—check the service history carefully and budget for preventive work on suspension and exhaust components before problems become failures.

The 2018 Dacia Logan passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (82.6%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

82.6%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

22.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.28

Over 6.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

34k

Middle half: 24k–48k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 5.6 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,794 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,794 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 47.2%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 28.9%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 13.3%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Lighting 10.9%

Nearside Headlamp aim too low · Offside Headlamp aim too low

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018.

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Before you buy a 2018 Dacia Logan

Based on MOT data from 1,794 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 22.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (73%)	1,310	83%	1.22
Diesel (27%)	484	81.5%	1.45

Colour Breakdown

Based on 16,074 Dacia Logan vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 35%

5,632

Blue 17.5%

2,808

Red 14.1%

2,272

Black 13%

2,085

Grey 10.7%

1,713

Silver 5%

804

Beige 3.6%

579

Brown 1.1%

176

Maroon 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Dacia Logan vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

34,227

typical

23,740

low mileage

47,839

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Dacia Logan vehicles fall between 23,740 and 47,839 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 23,740 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 23,740–47,839 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Dacia Logans sit.

⚠ Over 64,582 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Dacia Logan — Still on the Road

Almost all 2018 Dacia Logans are still on the road.

Strong survival — 1,662 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 95% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.28

Avg failures per vehicle

5.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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