2015 Volvo V40 1.5L Petrol · CV65 BPE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 74,316 miles resulted in a pass, it flagged both front tyres as reaching the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This follows a pattern where components are only addressed after failing an MOT test, suggesting that the owner defers maintenance until a failure is imminent. At 74,316 miles over eleven years, the car has been used approximately 6,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-intensity usage for a hatchback. The data shows consistent annual mileage accumulation, with roughly 10,000 miles driven between August 2023 and August 2024, and another 10,600 miles covered between 2024 and 2025. This steady rate of use suggests that rubber components and suspension elements are subject to age-related degradation rather than excessive mechanical stress. A buyer must inspect closely at the front suspension geometry, as the 2023 failure at 53,612 miles revealed both front coil springs were fractured. Such simultaneous failures often point to worn shock absorbers or perished bushings that stress the springs. The uneven tyre wear noted in the 2025 test further indicates a potential alignment issue or worn control arm bushes which will continue to prematurely thin new rubber if not properly diagnosed. The braking system also requires attention following the August 2024 failure at 63,720 miles for thin pads on both front and rear. While these were replaced before the subsequent pass, the buyer should check the discs for scoring or heat damage caused by running pads to low. Given the history of neglecting consumables until failure, a thorough check of caliper leaks and fluid condition is essential to ensure no hidden mechanical issues remain.