2021 Volvo XC40 1.5L Petrol · KP21 GZL

The 2026-06-18 verdict indicates the vehicle is roadworthy, but the MOT history reveals a persistent, worsening trend of rear structural issues that has not been resolved since the 2025-10-24 test. The most recent test on 2025-10-24 at 67,568 miles was PASSED, yet the 2024-10-18 test at 47,704 miles also passed, only to fail again on 2023-11-08 at 24,961 miles with no recorded defects. This sequence demonstrates that the maintenance trend is stable rather than improving; the failure of the rear outer brake pads in the 2024 test and the subsequent recurrence of the same defect in the 2023 test confirms that the wear is not resolving but is accumulating at a rate consistent with a vehicle in active use. The mileage pattern suggests a significant gap in maintenance history, creating a potential risk of rapid wear accumulation. The vehicle has approximately 13,500 miles per year, which is high for a 2021 Volvo XC40, implying it has been driven for over five years. The 2025-10-24 test at 67,568 miles is the most recent, but the 2024-10-18 test at 47,704 miles is only 19,864 miles away, and the 2023-11-08 test at 24,961 miles is 12,743 miles away. The sheer distance between the 2025 and 2023 tests, with only a 13,500-mile gap, indicates that the vehicle has not undergone a thorough inspection or servicing since the 2025 test. This gap is critical because the 2025 test was PASSED, but the 2024 test failed due to thin brake pads, suggesting that the brakes have been replaced or serviced irregularly, leaving the system vulnerable to future failure. In conclusion, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for corrosion on the rear outer brake pads and the condition of the suspension bushes, as these are the primary components flagged in the MOT record. The persistent failure of the rear brake pads since the 2025 test, combined with the lack of any recorded defects in the 2023 test, indicates that the vehicle is structurally sound but requires immediate attention to prevent imminent catastrophic failure. The 2026-06-18 verdict is a warning sign; the vehicle is roadworthy, but the maintenance trend is worsening, and the buyer must verify that the brake pads have been replaced or serviced within the last 24 months to ensure the vehicle meets safety standards.