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2018 Volvo XC40 2.0L Diesel · KM18 AYE

KM18 AYE

2018 Volvo XC40 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 78,661 miles. MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
VOLVO XC40
Year / Origin
2018 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12 Feb 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
78,661 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 12 Feb 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1969cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle maintains a high standard of roadworthiness based on a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted on 29 January 2026 at 78,661 miles returned no defects or advisories. This indicates a stable maintenance trend over the last five years, suggesting that the previous owners have proactively addressed mechanical and safety requirements before they could result in an MOT failure. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Between the March 2022 test at 47,576 miles and the January 2026 test at 78,661 miles, the car covered 31,085 miles, representing a steady usage pattern. There are no significant gaps in the records that would suggest long periods of stagnation, which often leads to rubber perish or seized components, nor are there any sudden spikes in mileage that would indicate strain on the drivetrain or suspension. Because the MOT record shows no recurring faults regarding structural integrity, brake systems, or suspension components, a physical inspection should focus on standard wear items associated with the 80,000-mile threshold. A buyer should verify the condition of the control arm bushes and coil springs, as these often begin to degrade at this stage despite clean tests. Given the lack of advisories for binding calipers or corrosion, the vehicle appears to have been well-cared for in its environment.

KM18 AYE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 29/01/2026
  • 78,661 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for Volvo XC40

Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

KM18 AYE Mileage History

  1. 31/03/202247,576 mi
  2. 13/02/202357,224 mi+9,648 mi
  3. 26/01/202464,696 mi+7,472 mi
  4. 23/01/202571,656 mi+6,960 mi
  5. 29/01/202678,661 mi+7,005 mi

Average of roughly 8,110 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KM18 AYE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volvo Xc40 (KM18 AYE) between March 2022 and January 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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