2016 VOLVO XC602.4L Diesel

The vehicle presents as currently roadworthy following its most recent MOT pass on 17 September 2025 at 122,559 miles, which recorded no defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, moving from a period of recurring tyre-related advisories toward a clean inspection. While the 2025 test suggests the vehicle is currently meeting minimum standards, the history shows a pattern of neglected consumable maintenance in previous years. The mileage accumulation is consistent with high-use patterns, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per year over its ten-year lifespan. The record shows steady progression, with the distance covered between the September 2023 test at 103,850 miles and the September 2024 test at 117,023 miles representing a significant annual interval of over 13,000 miles. This high usage suggests the vehicle has been driven regularly on motorways or long-distance routes, which typically places higher demand on suspension components and drivetrain parts than urban driving. A buyer should focus on the recurring tyre advisories noted in the 2019, 2023, and 2024 tests. The repeated mentions of tyres being worn on the edges, specifically the offside rear inner tyre in 2023 and the rear tyres in 2024, suggest potential underlying issues with wheel alignment or suspension geometry. I recommend a thorough inspection of the suspension bushes, control arms, and shock absorbers to ensure that the uneven tyre wear was not caused by mechanical play or incorrect camber settings. Given the high mileage, a physical inspection of the braking system is also necessary. Although no binding calipers or worn discs were flagged in the recent records, the high annual mileage increases the likelihood of wear on pads and rotors. Checking for any signs of uneven tread wear or suspension movement during a test drive will confirm if the issues identified in the 2024 test at 117,023 miles have been fully rectified or if they remain a latent mechanical concern.