VOLVO V402002 · 1.9L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent MOT test on 25 February 2025 at 95,343 miles with no defects recorded. This result follows a pattern of immediate rectification, where the car failed tests just days before passing in two consecutive years. The lack of recorded advisories in the two most recent passes suggests that the previous failures were likely due to minor consumable items or specific components that were addressed straight away, rather than a developing mechanical or structural decline. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. Between February 2023 and February 2025, the car covered only 3,269 miles, moving from 92,074 to 95,343 miles. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of inactivity can lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts. The consistency of the annual testing dates indicates the vehicle has remained in a regular circuit despite the low usage. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age rather than just mileage alone. Given the clean MOT history, the primary concerns involve the structural integrity of the suspension bushes and coil springs, which can perish or crack over two decades. The buyer should also check for brake corrosion on the discs and calipers, as low-use vehicles often suffer from seized sliders or pitting. While the record shows no structural rust, a close inspection of the under sills and wheel arches is essential for a Volvo of this era.