2013 Volvo V40 2.0L Diesel · AF13 JZR

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition having passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 53,212 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a pattern of minor consumable failures rather than significant mechanical decline. The single failure in March 2025 regarding the offside windscreen wiper was rectified immediately, followed by a clean pass with no recorded defects. No structural corrosion or major mechanical failures have appeared across the last three years of testing. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 53,212 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,100 miles per year. The data shows a consistent low-usage pattern, with only 880 miles driven between the March 2024 and March 2025 tests, and another 833 miles between 2025 and 2026. While low mileage generally suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases the risk of rubber-based components degrading due to age rather than use. A buyer should inspect the tyres closely, as the record flags recurring cracking and perishing in both 2023 and 2026. These defects indicate that the rubber is drying out from age, which is common in low-mile vehicles that sit for extended periods. The inspection should also focus on the suspension bushes and seals, as these components can become brittle and fail over time regardless of mileage. Since the MOT history lacks advisories for brakes or rust, a physical check of the brake discs and chassis integrity is necessary to ensure the low usage has not led to surface corrosion or seized calipers.