2007 Volvo S40 1.6L Petrol · CY07 EEV

The 2007 Volvo S40 presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 27 March 2026 at 173,430 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken five-year sequence of clean results. Annual mileage sits close to the typical 9,128 per year for a car of this age. The DVSA record shows 140,273 miles in March 2022, rising to 146,736 by March 2023, 154,469 by March 2024, 163,789 by March 2025, and 173,430 by March 2026. The yearly increments of roughly 6,000 to 9,700 miles show steady, moderate use with no sudden accumulation or standing gaps. The clean sheet across all five tests means the history is sparse on faults and gives no evidence of deferred consumable or structural work. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the vehicle's 19-year age and 173,430 miles. The MOT record flags no corrosion or advisories, yet Volvo S40 chassis legs and subframe mounts are known to suffer hidden rust in winter road-salt conditions that a pit test would expose. Check the exhaust emissions and tyre sidewall condition in person before purchase. The tester recorded no defects, but the absence of historical advisories means wear items were likely renewed promptly or simply never crossed the failure threshold. Confirm service evidence to validate the owner's upkeep pattern.