2008 Volvo S40 2.0L Petrol · AV58 TZL

The vehicle is roadworthy according to the most recent MOT on 15 May 2025, where it passed with a single advisory that the near‑side front wheel bearing was slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b)(i)). No failures were recorded, indicating that the car met the statutory safety standards at that test. Across an 18‑year lifespan the odometer shows 143,207 miles, averaging roughly 7,950 miles per year – a figure that sits comfortably within normal usage for a 2008 model. Mileage rose from 101,839 miles in May 2022 to 113,890 miles in May 2023, then to 126,092 miles in May 2024, and accelerated to 143,207 miles by May 2025. The incremental increases of 12‑13 k miles per year followed by a 17 k‑mile jump suggest a period of more intensive use in the last year, but no large gaps or unexplained lapses appear in the record. A prospective buyer should focus the inspection on the near‑side front wheel bearing, confirming that the slight noise does not mask progressive wear or impending failure. The recurring lighting faults – position lamps on both sides in 2024 and the rear registration plate lamp in 2023 – merit a thorough check of the bulb sockets, wiring harnesses, and fuse integrity to rule out intermittent electrical issues. The front windscreen wiper blade defect noted in 2023 indicates that the wiper system may have been neglected; the blades and motor should be examined for proper operation and any signs of corrosion. Given the mileage, a visual assessment of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for wear or rust is prudent, as these components are subject to accelerated degradation with higher annual mileage.