2013 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · OU63 AEX

The vehicle shows a stable but reactive maintenance pattern, with the most recent MOT on 3 March 2026 at 103,578 miles passing despite an advisory for an offside front tyre worn on the inner edge. While the car has consistently passed its inspections, the record indicates a recurring tendency to address consumable defects only after a failure occurs. This is evident in the 2024 and 2025 tests, where tyre-related issues caused failures before successful retests. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. The data shows a steady progression from 26,702 miles in May 2016 to the current 103,578 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, suggesting the vehicle has been in regular use rather than sitting idle for extended periods. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and braking systems. The records show a persistent trend of worn trailing arm and radius arm bushes, specifically flagged in 2021, 2022, and 2023. Although these were noted as not yet resulting in excessive movement, the recurring nature of these advisories suggests the suspension components are nearing the end of their service life. The 2021 test also highlighted fluctuating service brakes on multiple corners, which warrants a thorough inspection of the brake discs and calipers to ensure no ongoing warping or binding issues exist. Tyre management also appears to be a weakness for this vehicle. The history shows multiple instances of tyres being worn to the legal limit or having exposed cords, particularly in 2020, 2024, and 2025. The advisory in the March 2026 test regarding inner edge wear suggests a possible wheel alignment issue. I recommend a professional alignment check and a detailed inspection of the tread depth and sidewall integrity across all four tyres to ensure they meet safety standards.