Volvo V40: brakes MOT failures
Brakes was a recorded failure area in 4.4% of Volvo V40 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2003, 2004 cars.
Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair cost: £100–£350 per axle (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Brakes failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 4,288 | 12.1% |
| 2002 | 5,977 | 12.0% |
| 2003 | 8,538 | 14.1% |
| 2004 | 6,835 | 14.0% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.