2014 VOLVO V602.0L DIESEL

The vehicle currently holds roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 12 June 2026 at 135,318 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows a recent improvement following a failure in late 2024. While the 2024 test highlighted specific mechanical neglect, the clean sheet two weeks ago indicates that the current owner addressed the flagged faults to bring the car back to testing standards. At 135,318 miles over 12 years, the V60 averages approximately 11,276 miles per annum, which aligns with typical national averages for a family saloon. The record shows a consistent usage pattern, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between October 2023 and November 2024, and another 5,000 miles in the seven months leading up to the most recent test. This regular accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which generally benefits the mechanical components. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension, as the history shows recurring issues. The November 2024 failure flagged perished anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers on both sides and a structural tear in the offside front tyre. Although these were rectified, a physical inspection should check for play in the ball joints or signs of grease leakage from bushings. Furthermore, the 2022 advisory for thin front brake pads and worn tyres indicates a pattern of replacing consumables only when they fail. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the brake disc thickness and the remaining tread on the current tyres is necessary to ensure maintenance is not deferred again.