2012 VOLVO XC602.0L Diesel

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 25 July 2025 at 91,879 miles with no defects recorded. This result follows an initial failure on the same day, which suggests a minor, non-structural issue was rectified immediately before the retest. Over the last three years, the car has maintained a clean pass record without advisories, indicating no immediate recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation. The mileage pattern is consistent with low-intensity annual use, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year over its fourteen-year life. Between the August 2024 test at 86,214 miles and the July 2025 test at 91,879 miles, the vehicle covered 5,665 miles. This steady rate of accumulation suggests the car has not been subjected to extreme stress, though the low annual mileage relative to its age can sometimes lead to rubber-based component degradation or fluid breakdown rather than high-mileage wear. While the digital record is clean of advisories, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of components prone to age on the XC60. Given the 2012 registration, check the front suspension lower control arm bushes for cracking or tearing, as these often perish over time regardless of mileage. Investigate the brake calipers for signs of seizing or corrosion, as low-use vehicles frequently suffer from surface rust on the discs. Additionally, examine the underbody for any surface corrosion to ensure the structural integrity remains as sound as the MOT history suggests.