2012 Volvo XC60 2.4L Diesel · ME60 ABE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, showing a consistent history of passing MOT examinations. The most recent test on 16 January 2025 at 134,352 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following an initial failure on the same day. This suggests that the previous owner was proactive in addressing any identified issues immediately to ensure the vehicle remained roadlegal, maintaining a clean record for the last two years of testing. At a recorded mileage of 134,352 miles over 14 years, the vehicle averages approximately 9,600 miles per annum. This aligns closely with typical usage patterns for a premium European SUV. The data shows steady mileage accumulation, with roughly 9,500 miles covered between January 2023 and January 2024, and another 8,400 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025. This regular use indicates the vehicle has been driven consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which often helps prevent seal degradation and mechanical seizing. Despite the clean results in the recent tests, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-wear components common to this age and model. Given the mileage exceeds 130,000 miles, the suspension should be checked for worn control arm bushes, leaking shock absorbers, and perished rubber. One should also inspect the brake discs and pads for excessive thinning or uneven wear, as the MOT does not measure pad depth beyond minimum limits. While the recent history shows no structural corrosion, a close look at the underbody for surface rust remains remains a standard precaution for a Volvo of this era.