2004 VOLVO V702.4L Diesel

The 29 July 2025 MOT passed the vehicle, but the 28 July 2025 failure highlighted persistent suspension and brake deficiencies, showing a trend that is neither stable nor improving; recurring play in the offside front track rod end, corroded coil springs, and a parking brake efficiency below 50 % indicate ongoing mechanical concerns that have re‑appeared despite the recent pass. The mileage record reflects steady use, with the odometer rising from 122,670 mi in July 2017 to 192,535 mi by July 2025, an average of roughly 8,750 mi per year, consistent with the vehicle’s 22‑year age and showing no evidence of long idle periods or abrupt mileage spikes. A buyer should inspect the suspension components closely—examine the track rod ends, ball joints and anti‑roll bar linkages for excessive play or damaged dust covers, and assess the condition of the suspension arm mounts and coil springs for corrosion and structural weakness; verify the parking brake’s mechanical efficiency and check for any restriction in the rear brake assembly, while also reviewing tyre wear patterns for inner‑edge wear that may signal alignment issues and confirming that all registration lamps function correctly.