2017 Volvo XC60 2.0L Diesel · VA17 AEZ

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness evidenced by a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent test conducted on 15 August 2025 at 109,722 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating a stable maintenance trend where the previous owner proactively addressed issues before they triggered failures. The absence of recurring faults across the last five tests suggests a disciplined approach to mechanical upkeep. The mileage data reveals a significant shift in usage patterns over the vehicle's life. Between September 2020 and June 2022, the car covered approximately 27,416 miles, averaging roughly 13,700 miles per year. However, usage accelerated sharply after June 2022, with the vehicle covering 19,027 miles in the following year and another 18,205 miles in the period thereafter. This average of 12,191 miles per annum for a nine-year-old Volvo puts higher demand on the drivetrain, suspension bushings, and braking components compared to lower-mile examples. While the MOT record is clean of structural corrosion or mechanical failures, a physical inspection should focus on components susceptible to high-mileage wear. The buyer should examine the condition of the control arm bushes and shock absorbers, as the increased usage in recent years places considerable stress on the suspension. Given the mileage, checking for brake disc thinning and inspecting the calipers for signs of uneven binding is advisable to ensure the vehicle is not nearing the end of a service interval for major consumables.