2012 Volvo V40 1.6L Petrol · EY62 WPP

The vehicle is in a roadworthy state, having passed its most recent inspection in May 2026 at 128,750 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears currently stable following a period of reactive repairs. While the car suffered a failure in December 2025 due to a missing offside rear road wheel fixing, this was rectified immediately to secure a pass five months later. This suggests the current owner is attentive to addressing specific MOT failures once they are identified. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,200 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between November 2023 and November 2024, where the car covered over 12,000 miles in a single year. Prior to this, the vehicle saw significantly lower annual figures, often under 10,000 miles. This more recent surge in mileage correlates with the frequency of consumable failures noted, as higher usage increases the likelihood of wear on rubber and mechanical components. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and braking systems, as these show a recurring history of wear. In November 2022, the tester flagged worn lower suspension arm bushes and misting on rear shock absorbers. By November 2024, the braking system required significant attention, with thin pads on both axles and scored/pitted front discs. While these appear to have been serviced recently, the repeated nature of these faults suggests that components may be nearing the end of their service life again soon. Physical inspection of the exhaust system is also advised, as corrosion was noted in the late 2022 test. Although no structural corrosion has been recorded yet, the age and mileage of the vehicle warrant a check for mounting rust on the sills. Given the frequent history of uneven tyre wear across multiple tests, a prospective buyer should also verify the wheel alignment to ensure there are no underlying geometry issues causing premature tyre degradation.