2016 Volvo V40 2.0L Diesel · RO02 ACE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a concerning trend of reactive repairs. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 70,389 miles, it had failed earlier that same day due to multiple critical tyre defects. The tester identified a nearside front tyre with a cut reaching the cords and uneven wear, alongside perishing and stepped rear tyres. This suggests the current owner only addresses safety-critical items once they reach a failure point rather than performing preventative consumable maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per annum. Between October 2022 at 46,110 miles and October 2025 at 70,389 miles, the car covered 24,279 miles, indicating a steady but low usage pattern. The clean record in October 2024 at 62,761 miles is an anomaly in the history, as the recurring issues with oil and tyre-related wear appeared in both the preceding and subsequent inspections. A buyer must pay close attention to the persistent oil leak which has been noted in at least three tests since 2022. Although the tester classifies the leak as not excessive, its persistence over three years suggests a slow gasket or seal failure that may eventually require more significant engine intervention. The 2022 test flagged thin brake pads and pitted discs across all wheels; while these may have been replaced since, a physical inspection should verify the current thickness of rotors and ensure they have not been neglected. The recurring reports of perished rubber and sidewall damage indicate the vehicle may sit stationary for long periods or be fitted with low-quality tyres. You should inspect the current set of tyres for cracking and check the alignment, as the uneven wear previously noted on the nearside front. Given the history of obscured views, checking the suspension bushings and structural integrity for signs of corrosion is advisable.