2016 Volvo V40 2.0L Petrol · AV66 UOR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in November 2025 with 134,447 miles and no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable following a period of consistent wear-related advisories. While the earlier records showed recurring issues with braking components, the absence of defects in the latest test suggests that the previous owner has addressed necessary repairs before they reached failure points. The mileage profile indicates a significant increase in usage over recent years. The car covered approximately 37,500 miles in its first four years. However, between December 2022 and November 2025, it accumulated 58,937 miles in just three years. This equates to an average of nearly 20,000 miles per annum in the latter latter period, which is considerably higher than the national average for a ten-year-old vehicle. Such high-intensity use typically puts accelerated strain on the drivetrain, suspension bushings, and cooling components. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the braking system, as the history shows a clear pattern of thinning pads noted in 2019 and 2020, followed by worn rear discs in both 2023 and 2024. Although the 2025 test was clean, the high mileage suggests these components may be nearing the end of their life again. Given the rapid mileage accumulation, a thorough check of the suspension geometry and control arms for play is also essential to ensure the high annual mileage has not caused premature mechanical failure.