2016 Volvo XC60 2.0L Diesel · YL16 AAN

Tyre wear and wheel‑arch interference dominate the MOT record, with front‑tyre tread approaching the legal limit and both front arch liners reported as rubbing in the 2024 test, while a cut on the off‑side front tyre was flagged in 2022. Apart from a single failure that year for a wiper that did not clear the screen and an inoperative registration‑plate lamp – both of which were cleared by the next test – the vehicle has otherwise passed without defects, suggesting the primary mechanical concern is the condition of the front tyres and the alignment of the suspension that may be driving the arch‑liner contact. At 103,398 mi recorded for a 2016 model, the average annual mileage is roughly 10,300 mi, which sits comfortably within normal usage patterns for a ten‑year‑old SUV. The MOT history shows annual testing with no significant gaps, indicating the mileage has been logged consistently rather than accumulated in long periods of inactivity. This steady accumulation points to regular road use, meaning consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension components will have experienced typical wear rates for the mileage quoted. When inspecting the car, give the front tyres a thorough visual and tactile check: confirm tread depth exceeds the legal 1.6 mm across the width, look for sidewall cuts or bulges, and verify that the tyre pressure is set to the manufacturer’s specification. During a low‑speed test drive, listen for any humming or vibration that could indicate uneven tyre wear, and feel for a pull to one side which would suggest mis‑alignment or worn suspension bushes. The wheel‑arch liners should be examined for damage or deformation; persistent rubbing may be caused by sagging control arms, worn ball joints or deteriorated bushings, and could accelerate tyre wear if not corrected. Confirm that the windscreen wiper now clears the full sweep of the glass without streaking and that the registration‑plate lamp illuminates correctly, as these were the only major items that failed in 2022. While the MOT record does not flag brakes, steering or exhaust, a prudent buyer should still check brake pedal feel, disc condition and any exhaust smoke or rattles, as these components typically require attention around the 100 k mi mark on a Volvo XC60.