2015 VOLVO V402.0L Diesel

The MOT record for this 2015 Volvo V40 shows a consistently clean roadworthiness history. All five tests from October 2021 through October 2025 passed with no defects or advisories recorded. The most recent test on 13 October 2025 at 82,816 miles confirms the vehicle is currently in a sound mechanical state. This pattern of fault-free results suggests the previous owner maintained the car to a good standard, addressing issues before they became test failures. The mileage accumulation is steady and typical for the vehicle’s age. Annual mileage averages roughly 7,500 miles, with no large gaps or sudden jumps between tests. For example, the car covered 7,930 miles between October 2022 and October 2023, and 8,611 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. This consistent usage pattern implies the car was used regularly rather than left standing for long periods, which reduces the risk of seized components or degraded seals. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still inspect common wear items on an 11-year-old Volvo. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or corrosion, as these often degrade with age. Examine the brake discs for lipping or pitting, and listen for binding calipers during a test drive. Also look for structural rust on the subframes and sills, as corrosion can develop silently between tests. The record gives no cause for alarm, but a thorough pre-purchase inspection remains prudent.