2012 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · RO62 LCV

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding suspension-related components. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 77,871 miles passed, it introduced new advisories for a nearside front tyre worn to the limit and a corroded nearside front coil spring. This indicates that while the owner is addressing immediate failures, such as the fractured offside spring seen in 2024, the underlying suspension is showing progressive degradation. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 77,871 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,562 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-usage patterns, with roughly 2,600 miles driven between the April 2024 and April 2025 tests. This low mileage often suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it frequently correlates with accelerated degradation of rubber components and increased corrosion on metal parts, which aligns with the recurring issues found with coil springs and shock absorbers noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the offside front shock absorber, which has been flagged for oil misting since at least April 2024 at 73,228 miles. This persistent leak suggests the seal is failing and the unit soon require replacement. The nearside rear road wheel, noted as slightly distorted in April 2025, should be checked for vibrations or uneven tyre wear at road speeds. Given the repeated history of fractured and corroded coil springs, a thorough visual check of the front suspension assembly is necessary to ensure no further structural fatigue is present.