2012 Volvo XC60 3.2L Petrol · AD61 XEE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pass record over the last three years. The most recent inspection in October 2025 at 160,702 miles resulted with no defects, indicating that the current owner is addressing mechanical requirements promptly. While the car suffered a failure in October 2024, the issue was rectified within five days to achieve a subsequent clean pass, suggesting a proactive approach to maintaining MOT standards rather than a reactive or negligent pattern. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a 14-year-old Volvo, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per annum. The record shows steady usage, with roughly 7,000 miles covered between November 2022 and October 2023, and another 8,700 miles between October 2023 and October 2024. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has been used for routine commuting, which often prevents the degradation of seals and rubber components associated with long periods of sitting. The data shows no unexplained gaps in mileage. A physical inspection should focus on the high-wear components typical of an XC60 at the 160,000-mile mark. Despite the clean MOT history recently, the buyer must inspect the front control arm bushes and coil springs for fatigue, as these frequently fail on this chassis despite passing basic tests. Check the brake discs for uneven wear and assess the condition of the rear calipers, as the record does not explicitly flag binding issues. Given the age, a thorough check of the structural integrity around the rear subframe and exhaust is necessary to ensure no hidden corrosion has developed beyond the scope of a standard MOT inspection.