2013 Volvo V40 2.0L Diesel · FY63 VPL

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 17 October 2025 at 109,931 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical and structural components met the required standard. While the history shows instances of failure, the subsequent passes without advisories suggest that the owner has been proactive in addressing issues once they are flagged by the tester. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,456 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 11,675 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025, followed by another 11,679 miles in the nine months leading up to the October 2025 test. This indicates regular usage rather than long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for mechanical components like seals and brake lines to prevent premature corrosion or seizing. A buyer should focus on the specific areas that caused the failures in January 2024 and January 2025, although the specific defect codes were not detailed in this summary. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical inspection must prioritise the structural integrity of the rear arches and sills for rust, which are common failure points for this model. The buyer should also check for wear on suspension bushes and signs of binding brake calipers, as the mileage of over 100,000 miles often marks the threshold where these rubber and hydraulic components require replacement.