2017 Volvo XC60 2.4L Diesel · 5 RJE

The vehicle remains roadworthy as of its most recent MOT on 2025-12-16, where it passed with a single advisory concerning the nearside rear tyre tread depth, which is a wear-related issue rather than a mechanical failure. The maintenance trend is stable, with no major defects recorded in the 2023 and 2022 tests, and only minor advisories appearing in the last two years. The 2024 failure on the registration plate lamp was a simple electrical fault, easily rectified, and does not indicate systemic neglect. Overall, the pattern suggests consistent, if not meticulous, upkeep. The mileage progression from 60,803 miles in March 2022 to 88,043 miles in December 2025 reflects a steady annual average of approximately 9,783 miles, which aligns with typical usage for a nine-year-old vehicle. There are no signs of sudden mileage spikes or long gaps between tests, indicating the car has been regularly driven and maintained. The 2022-2023 period shows no recorded issues, suggesting the vehicle was in good mechanical condition during that window, and the 2024 and 2025 tests reveal only minor, non-critical advisories. Buyers should inspect the rear tyres closely, as the 2025 test flagged nearside rear tread approaching the legal limit — this is a safety-critical item that should be replaced soon. The registration plate lamp fault in 2024, while minor, hints at potential electrical neglect, so checking all exterior lighting and wiring integrity is prudent. The 2022 windscreen chip, though not affecting visibility, warrants a visual check for any expansion or structural compromise, especially if the vehicle has been driven on rough roads. Suspension components, particularly rear bushes and coil springs, should be examined for wear, as the consistent mileage over nine years implies cumulative stress on these parts. Brake discs and calipers should also be assessed for binding or uneven wear, especially since the 2025 test did not flag any brake-related defects, suggesting they are still within serviceable limits.