2007 Volvo S40 1.6L Petrol · YR57 OAM

The 2007 Volvo S40 has a recent MOT pass on 2026-02-04 with 231,237 miles. The vehicle passed with several advisories, including a damaged windscreen, worn anti-roll bar pin, thin rear brake pads, and front tyres close to the legal limit. These issues, while not immediate failures, indicate that the car is showing signs of wear and will likely need attention soon. The most recent MOT history shows a pattern of recurring issues, particularly with the tyres, brakes, and suspension components. The 2026-02-03 MOT failure highlights significant problems such as a fractured anti-roll bar linkage, missing road wheel fixings, and defective exhaust mounting. While these were fixed for the subsequent pass, the recurrence of similar issues in the past suggests that the vehicle's condition may be worsening over time. The mileage of 231,237 miles over 19 years averages about 12,170 miles per year, which is high for its age. This high mileage implies that the car has been used extensively, leading to more wear on consumables like tyres, brakes, and suspension. The frequent advisories and failures related to these components support this conclusion. Given the high mileage and the recurring issues, the trend appears to be one of gradual deterioration.