2018 Volvo V40 2.0L Diesel · VK18 LUW

Most recent MOT (22 May 2026) was a clean pass at 58,407 mi with no recorded defects, suggesting the car is currently road‑legal. The only recurring mechanical issue in the record is brake‑pad wear noted in 2023 (both front and rear). That problem does not reappear in the 2024‑2026 tests, which implies the pads were likely replaced and the brake system is now satisfactory. Tyre wear was flagged in 2025 (front inner tyres close to the legal limit) but not mentioned later, indicating either the tyres were replaced or the wear was addressed. Minor items – a wiper blade, a small windscreen chip, and child‑seat mounting that blocked belt inspection – were recorded in 2025 and 2024 but are not serious safety concerns. Overall the trend is improving: after the 2023 brake‑pad and headlamp failures, subsequent MOTs show no repeat failures. The vehicle’s mileage – 58,400 mi over eight years (≈7,300 mi/yr) – sits squarely in the typical range for a 2018 model. It does not point to heavy, high‑stress use, but it also does not prove the car has been idle for long periods; the mileage signal is therefore ambiguous. For a buyer, the priority checks are: - Inspect the brakes (pad thickness, disc condition, any uneven wear). - Examine all tyres for tread depth, sidewall condition and uniformity.