2016 Volvo V40 2.0L Diesel · WG16 AEE

The 2016 Volvo V40 presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 8 January 2026 at 78,830 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of clean MOT outcomes across the available history. The mileage progression shows light, consistent use for a ten-year-old vehicle. From the 11 October 2021 test at 50,641 miles to the 8 January 2026 test at 78,830 miles, the car covered 28,189 miles over just over four years, averaging near 7,000 miles annually. The largest single-year movement was between 30 September 2022 (59,811 miles) and 9 October 2023 (69,214 miles), a 9,403-mile span. No rapid accumulation or unexplained gaps appear in the record. The DVSA data is sparse but clean, with five consecutive passes and zero advisories or failures logged. A buyer should still commission an independent physical inspection despite the fault-free history. Absence of MOT advisories does not confirm the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake disc thickness, or underbody corrosion, all of which can degrade without triggering a test failure at the time of examination. The low annual mileage suggests the car may have stood idle for periods, raising the risk of seized calipers, perished rubber components, and surface rust on structural members. Given the record shows no recurring mechanical faults, the previous owner appears to have maintained basic statutory compliance. The buyer should verify service history, check for undocumented accident repair, and confirm tyre age rather than tread alone before purchase.