2008 Volvo S40 1.6L Diesel · FE08 PXY

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a reactive maintenance style rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test on 30 December 2021 at 129,068 miles, this occurred immediately after a failure for critical mechanical and safety defects. The presence of a fractured offside front coil spring and rear brake pads worn to the legal limit during that test indicates that the previous owner only addressed faults when forced by the MOT tester, rather than monitoring components during routine servicing. At 129,068 miles, the S40 has averaged approximately 7,170 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. However, there is a significant gap in the data, with the last recorded test occurring in late 2021. Given the current date of June 2026, the vehicle is over four years overdue for its annual MOT inspection. This long period without documented testing makes it impossible to verify the current state of rubber components, fluids, or structural integrity, especially considering the history shows a persistent oil leak. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the engine bay, as the non-excessive oil leak was noted in both January 2021 and December 2021. The suspension requires a close check for signs of further failure or perished bushings, as the broken coil spring suggests age-related fatigue. The offside front CV boot needs to be inspected for tears or grease leakage, as it was severely deteriorated during the 2021 failure. Given the history of neglecting tyre tread and brake pads, the current condition of all four tyres and the braking system must be verified to ensure they have not reached the end of their service life in the intervening four years.