2022 Volvo V60 C-Country CRE B5MHEV AWD A 2.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · KS22 AEB

A clean two-test MOT record with no advisories or failures recorded positions this Volvo V60 Cross Country as a vehicle demonstrating consistent roadworthiness since first presentation for testing. The most recent assessment on 29 May 2026 returned a pass with no defects recorded, following an equally clean pass at the previous test on 19 June 2025. While the absence of advisory notes is a positive indicator, it is worth noting that this is still a relatively young vehicle and the MOT history covers only the legally required testing period from the third anniversary of registration, so the sample of mechanical data remains limited. No structural corrosion, brake wear, suspension component deterioration, or exhaust concerns have been flagged to date, suggesting that the primary safety-critical systems are presently within serviceable limits. With 26,820 miles recorded against an age of approximately four years, the vehicle is accumulating mileage at roughly 6,705 miles per year, which is broadly consistent with typical usage patterns for a premium estate of this type. This level of annual mileage is neither so low as to raise immediate concerns about prolonged standing and consequential component degradation, nor so high as to indicate intensive commercial or motorway use that would accelerate wear on the drivetrain, brakes, and suspension. There are no significant gaps between recorded mileages that would suggest extended periods off the road, and the progression appears steady, which typically equates to regular service intervals and predictable component fatigue rather than the sporadic stress that very high or erratic mileage can produce. Given the absence of any flagged components, a prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas most relevant to a four-year-old AWD hybrid estate with this mileage profile. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the suspension over uneven surfaces, which would point to worn anti-roll bar links, control arm bushes, or top mount bearings, and pay attention to any vagueness in the steering or uneven tyre wear, as these can indicate front suspension geometry issues. Check the brake pedal for firmness and listen for any scraping or grinding on light application, as discs and pads on a vehicle of this age and mileage may be approaching the point where replacement becomes due even if not yet flagged. Inspect the underside of the vehicle, particularly the subframe, suspension arms, and brake pipes, for any surface corrosion, and verify the operation of the AWD system and hybrid system for any warning messages on the dashboard. Additionally, examine the condition of the tyres for even tread wear across both axles, as AWD vehicles are particularly sensitive to mismatched wear which can strain the driveline, and confirm the service history includes timely replacement of the hybrid system coolant and conventional engine fluids. Verify that all electronic systems, including the infotainment, parking sensors, and driver assistance features, function correctly, as software and sensor faults are common concerns on modern Volvo vehicles. The clean MOT record provides a solid foundation, but a comprehensive pre-purchase inspection by a Volvo specialist or independent garage would be advisable to identify any emerging issues not yet severe enough to trigger a test failure, particularly given the relative complexity of the mild hybrid powertrain and AWD drivetrain.