2015 Volvo V40 1.6L Diesel · WD64 HKC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test on 26 June 2026 at 86,820 miles, this followed a failure just seventeen days prior due to high exhaust emissions. The presence of a persistent oil leak noted in both June 2026 and June 2024 tests suggests an ongoing engine seal issue that requires monitoring to prevent further degradation or catastrophic component failure. The recorded mileage of 86,820 miles over 11 years reflects an average usage of approximately 7,900 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical UK driving patterns. However, there was a significant spike in usage of over 12,000 miles between January 2024 and June 2025. This period of higher intensity coincides with the most severe mechanical failures recorded, specifically the June 2025 test where the vehicle failed on multiple critical safety points including structural suspension components and a total set of condemned tyres. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the rear suspension and tyre condition. The June 2025 failure identified fractured trailing arms on both the nearside and offside rear, indicating significant stress or impact damage that may have affected related bushings or mounting points. Furthermore, the previous failure of all four tyres due to cuts, perishing, and uneven edge wear suggests a history of neglected basic maintenance. The buyer should verify that the trailing arms were replaced with high-quality parts and that the wheel alignment was subsequently corrected to prevent premature wear on new tyres.