2018 Volvo XC40 2.0L Petrol · SW02 RAW
2018 Volvo XC40 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 36,712 miles. MOT valid until 04 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC40
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,712 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SW02 RAW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/01/2026
- 36,712 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Known faults for Volvo XC40
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
SW02 RAW Mileage History
- 25/02/202217,339 mi
- 23/12/202220,319 mi+2,980 mi
- 29/12/202326,531 mi+6,212 mi
- 28/12/202431,258 mi+4,727 mi
- 05/01/202636,712 mi+5,454 mi
Average of roughly 5,019 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SW02 RAW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volvo Xc40 (SW02 RAW) between February 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Common Problems: VOLVO XC40
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Infotainment Freezing and Software Glitches(Moderate)
Earlier cars with Sensus and 2022+ models with Google-based Android Automotive can suffer from screen freezes, blackouts, or lost GPS/connectivity.
- 12V Battery Drain and Start-Stop Faults(Moderate)
Battery-management and software issues can flatten the auxiliary or main 12V battery, causing stop-start failure and low-voltage warnings.
- Powered Tailgate Strut and Rear-End Hardware Issues(Moderate)
The power tailgate on earlier XC40s can corrode, strain or stop closing properly, especially on cars living outdoors through salted winters.
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- Infotainment Freezing and Software GlitchesModerate
Earlier cars with Sensus and 2022+ models with Google-based Android Automotive can suffer from screen freezes, blackouts, or lost GPS/connectivity.
- 12V Battery Drain and Start-Stop FaultsModerate
Battery-management and software issues can flatten the auxiliary or main 12V battery, causing stop-start failure and low-voltage warnings.
- Powered Tailgate Strut and Rear-End Hardware IssuesModerate
The power tailgate on earlier XC40s can corrode, strain or stop closing properly, especially on cars living outdoors through salted winters.
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