2019 Volvo XC40 1.5L Petrol · GL69 GFZ

The 2025‑10‑29 MOT at 37,274 miles confirms the 2019 Volvo XC40 remains roadworthy, with the vehicle passing all prescribed tests while noting rear brake pads wearing thin and the front tyre worn close to the legal limit/edge. After a failure in November 2024 that recorded the same brake wear and defective wiper blades, the subsequent test shows the wiper defects were remedied, indicating a stable maintenance pattern rather than a worsening trend. Mileage has risen steadily from 17,938 miles in October 2022 to 37,274 miles in October 2025, averaging roughly 5,300 miles per year, which aligns with the vehicle’s seven‑year age and suggests consistent, light‑to‑moderate use without extended periods of standing. Each annual test covers a similar increment of 5,000‑7,000 miles, with no large gaps in the record. A buyer should therefore focus on the rear brake system, measuring pad thickness and inspecting the brake discs for scoring or corrosion, as the repeated thin‑pad advisory points to ongoing wear. The front tyre’s edge wear warrants a check for alignment or suspension issues, and verification that both wiper blades now clear the windscreen fully is essential after the earlier 2024 failure. Finally, examine the suspension bushes, coil springs and mounting points for signs of binding or excessive play, and inspect the chassis and wheel arches for structural rust or damage, since these components are prone to deterioration on vehicles with this mileage profile.