2018 Volvo V40 1.5L Petrol · MX68 MVG

The vehicle presents in a roadworthy condition with a stable and improving maintenance trend. The most recent inspection on 14 July 2026 at 32,584 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car is currently meeting all regulatory standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2025 and 2022, suggesting that any previous mechanical concerns have been addressed and the vehicle is currently well-maintained. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. Data shows consistent usage over the years, moving steadily from 17,014 miles in September 2021 to 32,584 miles in July 2026. This low annual mileage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, though the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber seals or brake components which are not captured in a standard MOT test. A buyer should pay specific attention to the tyre history, which showed a failure in September 2023 at 26,904 miles. The vehicle initially failed due to a damaged nearside rear tyre and an offside rear tyre worn to the legal limit. While these were rectified immediately, the subsequent 2024 test noted a new cut on the offside rear tyre. This pattern suggests a history of impact damage or poor alignment monitoring, necessitating a thorough visual check of all four tyres for sidewall damage and uneven wear patterns before finalizing a purchase. Given the low mileage, a physical inspection should also verify the brake discs for pitting or corrosion, which often occurs on cars that are driven infrequently. The record shows no history of structural corrosion or suspension failures, which is a positive indicator for a Volvo of this age. Checking the suspension bushes and control arm joints for cracking is advisable to ensure the low mileage hasn't allowed the rubber components to become brittle over time.