2019 Volvo V40 2.0L Diesel · YW19 XZP

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a failed MOT test on 15 June 2026 at 49,449 miles. While the previous two years showed clean records, the most recent result indicates a decline in maintenance standards. The tester identified a fractured offside front coil spring and an inoperative engine malfunction indicator light. The failure of the MIL circuit is a significant concern as it masks potential engine faults from the driver, suggesting that basic electrical safety checks were not performed prior to the test. The recorded mileage profile shows a consistent usage pattern of approximately 7,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical expectations for a seven-year-old vehicle. The car covered 5,127 miles between the June 2024 and June 2025 tests, and similar increments in the preceding interval, indicating steady use rather than long periods of immobility. However, the failure in June 2024 at 39,175 miles regarding a damaged nearside rear tyre suggests that consumable items are only addressed when forced by an inspection failure. A buyer must ensure the offside front coil spring is replaced and the engine malfunction indicator light is fully functional before any purchase. The presence of an MIL failure requires a diagnostic scan to ensure there are no stored engine fault codes that were previously hidden. Given the sudden spring failure, a physical inspection of the entire suspension is necessary to check for worn bushes or leaking shocks, as the failure of one component often puts undue stress on the rest of the assembly.