2014 VOLVO V602.0L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to mechanical repairs. The most recent test in July 2025 at 140,744 miles flagged corroded rear coil springs on both sides. This is a recurring issue, as previously noted in August 2023 at 111,337 miles, suggesting that these components were only addressed once they reached a point of failure rather than being replaced during routine servicing. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,700 miles per year. The record shows a steady accumulation of roughly 9,000 miles between August 2023 and August 2024, and another 20,000 miles between August 2024 and July 2025. This regular usage suggests the car has been driven frequently, which typically helps prevent seal degradation and brake seizing often associated with long periods of standing. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the rear suspension, as the corrosion on the coil springs shows a persistent trend. The 2022 test at 104,078 miles highlighted uneven wear on the front tyres and pitted brake discs, which often indicates alignment issues or sticking brake calipers. Furthermore, the failure in August 2024 due to dangerously thin rear brake pads confirms that consumables are being replaced only when they trigger an MOT failure. Checking the current state of the brake components and the integrity of suspension bushes is essential to ensure no immediate expenditure is required following purchase.