2008 Volvo S40 2.4L Diesel · NJ08 KXS

The vehicle appears to be in a stable condition regarding its roadworthiness, having passed its most recent MOT on 23 August 2025 at 157,744 miles with no defects recorded. This clean bill of health follows a consistent pattern of passing tests without any noted advisories for the last three years. The absence of recorded defects suggests a vehicle that is currently meeting the minimum legal safety standards. The mileage is typical for an eighteen year old car, averaging roughly 8,764 miles per year. The distance covered between the September 2023 test at 146,225 miles and the August 2025 test at 157,744 miles shows a steady usage pattern of approximately 11,500 miles over two years. There are no erratic jumps in mileage that would suggest periods of prolonged standing or sudden heavy commercial use. The record shows two instances where the car failed immediately before passing, specifically on 2 September 2023 and 28 August 2024. While the DVSA record does not list the specific reasons for these failures, the fact that the car passed the following day indicates the previous owner addressed the faults promptly. This suggests a reactive approach to maintenance rather than a proactive one. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on common wear points for a high-mileage Volvo S40. Given the lack of detailed advisory data, it is essential to check for structural corrosion on the sills and suspension mounting points. You should also verify the condition of the suspension bushes and brake discs, as these components naturally degrade over 157,000 miles regardless of a clean MOT pass.