2012 Volvo S40 1.6L Diesel · YS62 FNG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in November 2025 at 111,556 miles resulted in a pass despite an advisory for a worn offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush. While the car passed inspection, the presence of suspension wear immediately following previous failures in related components suggests that mechanical issues are only addressed once they reach a point of failure or significant advisory status. At 111,556 miles over 14 years, the car has averaged approximately 8,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 8,000 miles driven between December 2023 and November 2024, and nearly 19,000 miles between November 2024 and November 2025. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent seal degradation in rubber components. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The recurring issues with the offside front tyre showing inner-edge wear in 2024, followed by a worn suspension bush in 2025, strongly indicate a persistent alignment problem or worn ball joints. The tester should also verify the offside rear anti-roll bar linkage, which caused a failure in late 2024, to ensure the replacement was of quality and properly secured. Given the age of the vehicle, checking the rubber integrity of all bushings and looking for corrosion on the subframe is essential, as the record shows these components are beginning to fail concurrently.