2017 VOLVO XC602.0L Petrol

The vehicle shows signs of a worsening maintenance trend regarding its suspension and chassis components. While the most recent test on 11 November 2025 at 92,222 miles resulted in a pass, this followed a significant failure the previous day. The 2025 failure highlighted multiple critical issues, including excessively worn front suspension arm ball joints on both sides and worn control arm to shock absorber fork bushes. The recurring presence of a corroded rear anti-roll bar, which has been flagged in every test since at least November 2024, suggests that while the corrosion is not yet structurally critical, it is a persistent issue that requires monitoring. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical usage pattern for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 46,309 miles in October 2020 to the current 92,222 miles in late 2025. There are no significant gaps in testing history, indicating the vehicle has been in regular use. However, the transition from a clean record in 2023 to multiple failures in 2024 and 2025 suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase of higher component wear, specifically within the steering and suspension systems. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly. The history of worn ball joints and control arm bushes in the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates that these components may require frequent replacement or may have been repaired with sub-optimal parts. The tester also flagged a failing windscreen wiper in November 2025, which is a minor consumable issue, but the repeated advisories regarding tyre cracking and perishing in November 2024 suggest the vehicle may have sat for periods or lacked basic rubber component upkeep. The corrosion on the rear anti-roll bar remains a standing concern. Although the 2025 test noted it was not seriously weakened, the fact that it has appeared on every inspection for the last year means the owner has not addressed the underlying oxidation. Inspecting the underside for further signs of chassis or exhaust corrosion is advisable. Additionally, given the 2021 failure regarding thin brake pads and inoperative headlamp cleaning devices, a buyer should verify that all auxiliary electrical systems and braking hardware are performing to standard.