2018 Volvo V40 2.0L Petrol · DV18 CZN

The vehicle's roadworthiness presents a declining maintenance trend based on the most recent inspection. While the car passed all previous tests without defects, the September 2025 MOT at 65,202 miles flagged several significant advisories. The tester noted that both nearside and offside front tyres were worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear. Simultaneously, the rear braking system showed signs of wear, specifically thin brake pads and pitted or scored brake discs on both the nearside and offside rear. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eight-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 65,202 miles, averaging roughly 8,150 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 18,902 miles in December 2020 to 45,112 miles in December 2023, followed by a jump to 65,202 miles by September 2025. This gradual increase suggests regular use rather than long periods of inactivity, which generally helps prevent seized components, though the recent advisories indicate that consumable parts are now reaching the end of their service life. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the braking system and tyre condition. The combination of thin rear pads and scored discs suggests that a full rear brake service, including new pads and discs, will be required shortly to maintain stopping efficiency. The edge wear on the front tyres may also indicate a need for a wheel alignment check to prevent premature replacement of new rubber. Beyond these consumables, the clean history from 2020 through 2023 provides confidence in the vehicle's structural integrity and general mechanical upkeep prior to this recent period of wear.