2008 Volvo S40 2.5L Petrol · AA08 CWC

The Volvo S40 passed its most recent MOT on 28 May 2024 at 93,426 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a currently roadworthy status. The maintenance trend appears stable, with the only blemishes being two failed tests on 22 May 2024 (93,393 miles) and 17 April 2023 (92,580 miles) that were immediately followed by passes with no defects logged on either occasion. These back-to-back fail-and-pass pairs suggest administrative or presentation issues at the testing station rather than genuine mechanical faults. At roughly 18 years old the car shows 93,426 miles, an average of about 5,190 miles per year, which is low for its age. The record shows 88,000 miles on 20 April 2022, then 92,581 at the April 2023 test and 93,426 by May 2024. Annual use stayed under 5,000 miles across this period. The sparse history with five entries over two years and no advisories recorded gives little insight into wear on consumables or structure, though low mileage may mean long standing periods that encourage corrosion or perished rubber components. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the age and the unexplained fail results in 2023 and 2024. The DVSA data recorded no defects on those failure dates, so the root cause remains unknown and cannot be verified from the record alone. Check underneath for structural rust and examine exhaust emissions equipment closely. The clean MOT trail offers no warning of imminent failure, but a car of this vintage with intermittent test anomalies warrants a scrutinising look at calipers and flexible brake hoses before purchase.