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2018 Volvo V40 2.0L Diesel · VO18 UBH

VO18 UBH

2018 Volvo V40 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 26 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 94,985 miles. MOT valid until 24 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
VOLVO V40
Year / Origin
2018 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 24 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
Recorded Mileage
94,985 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 24 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jun 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1969cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, evidenced by a consistent history of clean MOT test results. The most recent inspection conducted on 13 May 2026 at 94,985 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates a stable maintenance trend where the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that avoids the common mechanical failures or structural degradation typically seen in cars of this age and mileage. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,800 miles per annum. There is a notable increase in usage between the May 2024 test at 62,519 miles and the May 2025 test at 78,558 miles, representing over 16,000 miles in a single year. However, the subsequent interval of 16,427 miles leading up to the 2026 test suggests the vehicle remains in regular, active use rather than suffering from long periods of inactivity. While the record shows no recurring faults, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components subject to high-mileage wear. At nearly 95,000 miles, the suspension bushes, coil springs, and control arms should be checked for signs of fatigue or tearing. The braking system should also be evaluated for thin discs or sticking calipers, as the MOT does not measure the remaining life of these components. Given the clean history, the vehicle appears to have been well-looked after, but standard scrutiny of the drivetrain and underbody remains necessary for any high-mileage Volvo.

VO18 UBH Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/05/2026
  • 94,985 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for Volvo V40

Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

VO18 UBH Mileage History

  1. 11/03/202347,263 mi
  2. 26/05/202349,060 mi+1,797 mi
  3. 20/05/202462,519 mi+13,459 mi
  4. 20/05/202578,558 mi+16,039 mi
  5. 13/05/202694,985 mi+16,427 mi

Average of roughly 15,039 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VO18 UBH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 14:16
MOT Analysis

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 V40 (VO18 UBH) between March 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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