2014 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · LM14 AEZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care regarding consumables. The most recent test in October 2025 at 81,717 miles noted only an advisory for worn and pitted rear brake discs. This follows a significant failure in October 2024 where multiple safety-critical issues regarding brakes and tyres were identified. While the car has passed its latest inspection, the recurring nature of consumable failures suggests components are only addressed once they reach failure limits. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-mileage usage profile, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. The record is exceptionally clean between 2017 and 2021, where no defects were recorded as the mileage grew from 21,430 to 45,523 miles. However, there is a noticeable increase in mechanical wear after August 2022. The vehicle covered roughly 25,000 miles between the 2022 and 2025 tests, which coincides with the first recorded failures in the suspension and braking system. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension, as the history shows a fractured offside front coil spring in 2022. The record also indicates a history of uneven tyre wear, with inner edge thinning and exposed cords noted in multiple tests, which often points to alignment issues or worn shock dampers. The braking system requires close attention, with thin pads and scored discs appearing consistently across 2023, 2024, and 2025. Verify that the current brake components have been recently replaced and that the rear calipers do not suffer from binding or excessive corrosion.