2013 Volvo S60 1.6L Diesel · SK13 ADU

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass on March 7, 2026 at 136,134 miles. While the car failed a test just six days prior on March 1 at 136,121 miles, the lack of recorded defects for that specific failure suggests an administrative error or a minor, immediate rectification rather than a systemic mechanical fault. Since 2022, the MOT history shows no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle has maintained its operational standards without recurring failures. The mileage progression is remarkably consistent for a thirteen-year-old Volvo, averaging approximately 10,500 miles per annum. The data shows steady usage patterns with a 15,500-mile interval between October 2022 and October 2023, and another 18,259-mile gap between October 2023 and January 2025. This regular interval suggests consistent use rather than long periods of stationary storage, which often leads to degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and battery issues. Given the clean record over the last four years, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-mileage wear items that MOT tests overlook. At 136,000 miles, control arm bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers often show signs of fatigue that do not necessarily trigger a failure. The record does not flag structural corrosion, but a close inspection of the subframe and exhaust mounting points is necessary to ensure no hidden rust has begun to develop despite the previously clean test history.