2014 VOLVO V702.0L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. The most recent test on 09 December 2025 at 52,968 miles shows a pass following a failure just one day prior. While the car met the immediate requirements, the recurring nature of suspension-related advisories suggests that components are reaching their service limit. The trend shows that the owner only addresses faults when they threaten an MOT pass, rather than performing scheduled mechanical inspections. At 52,968 miles, this 2014 Volvo has covered significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. The data shows a consistent usage pattern, with only 1,760 miles recorded between the November 2024 and December 2025 tests. This low mileage suggests light motorway use, yet low mileage on older vehicles often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components due to age and lack of movement, which is consistent with the worn suspension bushes and perished rubber noted despite the low distance travelled. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension geometry. The December 2025 test flagged worn bushes on both front arms and rear trailing arms. While these did not result in a failure yet, they are a precursor to uneven tyre wear and handling instability. Furthermore, the failure of the offside front track rod end dust cover in late 2025 indicates that the steering linkage is beginning to perish, which should be checked for any play or grease leakage in the joints. The record also highlights minor neglect of basic exterior items. The windscreen washer system failed twice between 2024 and 2025, suggesting a blocked pump or cracked hoses that were ignored. The registration plate has been a noted advisory for over a year, indicating it is fading or delaminated. Focus the physical inspection on the structural integrity of the undercarriage to check for corrosion, as the low-mileage does not exempt the vehicle from the typical aging of Volvo models of this era.