2013 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · FY13 VKA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in February 2026 at 130,406 miles showed a failure due to a missing offside rear anti-roll bar linkage and an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit. While the car passed immediately following these repairs, the recurrence of tyre issues suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they fail an inspection rather than performing routine maintenance. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. Between February 2023 at 78,203 miles and February 2025 at 113,458 miles, the car covered 35,255 miles in two years, followed by another 16,952 miles in the year leading to the 2026 test. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which typically prevents moisture-related corrosion on rubber components like suspension bushes and de- braking systems. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the suspension geometry, as the history repeatedly flags uneven tyre wear on the nearside and offside front. This often points to worn control arm bushes or tracking misalignment that have not been corrected. The failure for a missing anti-roll bar linkage in 2026 necessitates a thorough check of all remaining links and ball joints for play or perished rubber. Given the age, a physical inspection of the brake discs and the structural integrity of the exhaust system is also advised to ensure no hidden corrosion has developed between the annual MOT checks.