Dacia Duster MOT Results

Registered in 2018

84.5% pass rate

from 8,783 tests in 2021

(32% worse than other 2018 cars)

Pass rate by mileage

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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2018 cars and highlighted areas where the Dacia Duster is unusually good or bad.

6.3% fail on Visibility (95% worse than other 2018 cars)
- 5.1% fail on Wipers (120% worse than other 2018 cars)
- 1.4% fail on Washers (65% worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.023% fail on Condition of glass
  - 0.023% fail on Windscreen
- 0.011% fail on Driver's view
- 0.011% fail on View to rear
  - 0.011% fail on Mirrors
5.8% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (120% worse than other 2018 cars)
- 3.0% fail on Headlamp aim (91% worse than other 2018 cars)
  - 2.9% fail on Headlamp aim (87% worse than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.14% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (3 times worse than other 2018 cars)
- 2.2% fail on Headlamps (4 times worse than other 2018 cars)
  - 1.8% fail on Headlamp (4 times worse than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.41% fail on Headlamp levelling device (14 times worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.67% fail on Stop lamp (2 times worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.32% fail on Reversing lamps (6 times worse than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.32% fail on Reversing lamps (6 times worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.11% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
  - 0.080% fail on Rear fog lamp
    - 0.080% fail on Rear fog lamp
  - 0.034% fail on Front fog lamps
    - 0.034% fail on Front fog lamps
- 0.11% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
- 0.046% fail on Direction indicators (79% better than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.046% fail on Flashing type (79% better than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.023% fail on Individual direction indicators
    - 0.023% fail on Side repeaters (86% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.034% fail on Electrical equipment
  - 0.011% fail on Trailer electrical socket
  - 0.011% fail on Battery(ies)
  - 0.011% fail on Horn
1.6% fail on Tyres (52% better than other 2018 cars)
- 1.0% fail on Tread depth (28% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.66% fail on Condition (68% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.011% fail on Size/type
0.74% fail on Brakes (46% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.24% fail on Brake performance
  - 0.14% fail on Service brake performance
    - 0.14% fail on Rbt
      - 0.11% fail on Service brake performance
      - 0.034% fail on Service brake imbalance
  - 0.046% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp)
    - 0.046% fail on Rbt (sp)
  - 0.034% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
    - 0.023% fail on Rbt (sp)
      - 0.023% fail on Service brake performance
    - 0.011% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
      - 0.011% fail on Service brake imbalance
  - 0.023% fail on Parking brake performance
    - 0.023% fail on Rbt
      - 0.011% fail on Parking brake performance
      - 0.011% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
- 0.23% fail on Mechanical brake components (76% better than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.15% fail on Brake linings and pads (83% better than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.15% fail on Brake pads (82% better than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.11% fail on Brake discs and drums
    - 0.11% fail on Brake discs
- 0.15% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (2 times worse than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.11% fail on Electronic stability control (4 times worse than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.046% fail on Anti-lock braking system
- 0.10% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
  - 0.068% fail on Pedal
  - 0.034% fail on Hand lever
- 0.034% fail on Parking brake control
  - 0.034% fail on Lever
- 0.011% fail on Air and vacuum systems
  - 0.011% fail on Servos
- 0.011% fail on Hydraulic systems
  - 0.011% fail on Brake fluid
0.74% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (75% worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.73% fail on Exhaust emissions (80% worse than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.57% fail on Spark ignition (120% worse than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.38% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (130% worse than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.16% fail on Catalyst emissions
    - 0.046% fail on Emissions not tested (3 times worse than other 2018 cars)
    - 0.011% fail on Emission control equipment
      - 0.011% fail on Other emission control equipment
  - 0.16% fail on Compression ignition
    - 0.15% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
    - 0.011% fail on Emissions not tested
- 0.011% fail on Fluid leaks
  - 0.011% fail on Other leaks
0.35% fail on Body, chassis, structure (64% worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.10% fail on Fuel system (2 times worse than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.10% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device (5 times worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.057% fail on Transmission
  - 0.057% fail on Drive shafts
    - 0.057% fail on Joints
- 0.057% fail on Seats (2 times worse than other 2018 cars)
  - 0.057% fail on Driver's seat (5 times worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.034% fail on Exhaust system
- 0.034% fail on Body
  - 0.034% fail on Other body component
- 0.023% fail on Bumpers
- 0.023% fail on Doors
  - 0.011% fail on Driver's door
    - 0.011% fail on Catch
  - 0.011% fail on Front passenger's door
    - 0.011% fail on Door condition
- 0.011% fail on Spare wheel
  - 0.011% fail on Carrier
- 0.011% fail on Undertray
0.30% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
- 0.26% fail on Seat belts
  - 0.25% fail on Condition
  - 0.011% fail on Requirements
- 0.034% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (76% better than other 2018 cars)
0.17% fail on Suspension (52% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.057% fail on Shock absorbers
- 0.057% fail on Anti-roll bars
  - 0.023% fail on Ball joint dust cover
  - 0.023% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
  - 0.011% fail on Linkage ball joints
- 0.034% fail on Springs
  - 0.034% fail on Coil springs
    - 0.034% fail on Coil spring
- 0.023% fail on Suspension arms
  - 0.011% fail on Ball joint
  - 0.011% fail on Ball joint dust cover
0.16% fail on Steering
- 0.091% fail on Steering linkage components
  - 0.091% fail on Track rod end
- 0.057% fail on Electronic power steering (29 times worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.011% fail on Steering lock
0.14% fail on Identification of the vehicle
- 0.14% fail on Registration plates
0.023% fail on Seat belt installation check (5 times worse than other 2018 cars)
- 0.023% fail on Belt(s)/padding (6 times worse than other 2018 cars)
0.023% fail on Road Wheels (82% better than other 2018 cars)
- 0.023% fail on Attachment

Read the Honest John Review

Dacia Duster (2018 on)
Incredible value for money. Spacious interior. Efficient petrol, diesel and bi-fuel engines. Strong performance in HonestJohn.co.uk Satisfaction Index.
Dacia Duster (2012 - 2018)
Exceptional value for money – an SUV for the price of a small hatch, low running costs, hugely practical, large boot and spacious cabin.