2006 Volvo S40 1.6L Petrol · YA06 BPZ

The vehicle is currently recorded as having passed its most recent MOT on 1 October 2024 at 150,473 miles, indicating a roadworthy status at that time. A simultaneous failed entry on the same date lists no defects, suggesting an administrative discrepancy rather than a mechanical fault. Across the four-year span the MOT outcomes remain uniformly positive, showing no emerging or recurring defects and therefore a stable maintenance trend. Mileage has risen from 124,790 miles on 21 July 2021 to 150,473 miles on 1 October 2024, an increase of 25,683 miles over roughly 39 months – about 8,500 miles per year. This progression aligns with the average annual use for a vehicle of this age and shows no sudden spikes or prolonged idle periods. The record provides a continuous mileage log, with no significant gaps that would hint at unrecorded high‑stress usage. A prospective buyer should focus on components that naturally wear with age and mileage. Inspect the brake system – pads, discs and calipers – for any signs of uneven wear or binding, even though no MOT advisory was recorded. Examine suspension bushes and coil springs for play or corrosion, as the Volvo S40’s front and rear geometry can be sensitive to wear. Verify tyre tread depth and sidewall condition, and look for rust on the chassis, under‑tray and exhaust system, especially where water ingress is common. Finally, confirm that the MOT is renewed, as the last test predates the current date by over a year, and request any available service documentation to corroborate the clean MOT history.