Dacia Sandero Stepway Mk2 (2021-present) reliability
Dacia Sandero Stepway Mk2 built around 2021: about average at the MOT
Dacia Sandero Stepway Mk2 models built around 2021 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age.
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Key figure
13% of MOT tests on Dacia Sandero Stepway Mk2 models built around 2021 ended in a fail (retests included), against 12% for similar cars the same age.
Most common issue
The most common MOT issue on Dacia Sandero Stepway Mk2 models built around 2021 involves the tyres.
Based on 6,556 tests of Sandero Stepway models registered 2021+.
About 1 in 10 petrol Sandero Stepway cars registered in 2022 (9.9%) failed their first MOT.
Based on 4,517 first MOTs (DVSA MOT results, 2025).
About 1 in 75 Sandero Stepway Mk2 MOTs (1.4%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2021 (4 years old), all fuels combined.
Based on 1,510 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.
About 1 in 25 Sandero Stepway Mk2 MOTs (3.9%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2021 (4 years old).
Based on 1,510 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.
Mk2 fail rate by age
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 4 years old.
How the Sandero Stepway Mk2 compares
At each age below, see how the Sandero Stepway Mk2 holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.
Based on 20,412 tests across 4 Dacia models, built around 2021 (4 years old).
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.
What to check before viewing
The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.
Brake pads
High priorityAsk when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Brake discs
High priorityAsk for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Other hatchbacks to compare
Other hatchbacks, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Sandero Stepway Mk2.
- 1
Volkswagen up!
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 7.3%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 96.7%
Lower fail rate: 7.3%, against 12.5% for the Dacia Sandero Stepway Mk2, both built around 2021.
2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
1,156 MOT tests on cars built around 2021
- 2
Suzuki Ignis
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 7.9%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.5%
- Dangerous
- 1.2%
Lower fail rate: 7.9%, against 12.5% for the Dacia Sandero Stepway Mk2, both built around 2021.
2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
4,405 MOT tests on cars built around 2021
- 3
Suzuki Swift
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 10.1%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.7%
- Dangerous
- 2.3%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 95%
Lower fail rate: 10.1%, against 12.5% for the Dacia Sandero Stepway Mk2, both built around 2021.
8,591 MOT tests on cars built around 2021
- 4
Citroen C4 Cactus
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 14.8%
No clear edge over the Dacia Sandero Stepway Mk2 on these figures.
Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.
1,178 MOT tests on cars built around 2021
- Fail rate
- = the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- = the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
- Dangerous
- = the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
- Still registered at 10 years
- = the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.
Recall context
DVSA's recall list has no recalls filed under the Dacia Sandero Stepway name. For the exact car, check with the maker or GOV.UK's recall checker.
Most common issues on Dacia Sandero Stepways of this age
This list covers every Dacia Sandero Stepway built around 2021, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk2 on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 115.6%Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
- 214.9%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 38.2%Advisory
Brake pads wearing thin
- 45.9%Advisory
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
- 55.0%Advisory
Brake disc worn, but not excessively
Based on 2,011 tests
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Frequently asked questions
Built around 2021 (4 years old), the Dacia Sandero Stepway Mk2 (2021-present) fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 1,510 4-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.