2015 Volvo V40 2.0L Diesel · KW65 ABX

The 2015 Volvo V40 has maintained a clean MOT history since its most recent test on 15 December 2025, passing without defects at 82,071 miles. This suggests no immediate mechanical failures or safety-critical issues at the time of inspection. However, the record reveals two consecutive failures in December 2023 and December 2024—both at the same mileage (64,690 and 73,599 miles respectively)—before passing the retests on the same dates. While the vehicle has since passed two consecutive MOTs without failings, the repeated failures indicate a pattern of unresolved issues that were rectified before the retests. Given the 2025 test was just five months ago, the roadworthiness status is currently stable, but the history implies past inconsistencies in maintenance or repairs. The mileage progression of 7,461 miles annually is typical for a vehicle of this age, with no unusual gaps or spikes. The recorded mileage jumps from 64,690 to 73,599 between December 2023 and December 2024—a 8,909-mile increase in a year—before another 8,472 miles by December 2025. There are no extended periods of inactivity or unusually low mileage, which would suggest the vehicle has been driven regularly rather than stored. The absence of any advisory notes or partial failures in recent tests further supports that major components have not been neglected, though the earlier failures warrant closer scrutiny of what was corrected. A buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the braking system, as the repeated MOT failures in December 2023 and 2024—despite passing retests—suggest potential recurring issues. Check for uneven brake pad wear, binding calipers, or warped discs, particularly on the rear, where failures are more common in Volvo models. The suspension should also be examined for worn bushes, coil springs, or excessive play in the struts, as these are frequent sources of MOT failures. Given the vehicle’s age, corrosion at wheel arches, sills, and underbody should be assessed, especially if it has been driven in salted or rural environments. Finally, verify that all previous failures were properly addressed—documentation or receipts for the December 2023 and 2024 repairs would provide reassurance.