2012 Volvo XC60 2.4L Diesel · AJ12 BHO

The vehicle maintains a clean MOT status, having passed its most recent inspection on 16 December 2025 at 180,385 miles. While the record shows a technical failure on the same date as the final pass, the absence of recorded defects suggests a clerical error or an immediate rectification of a minor issue rather than a systemic mechanical failure. The trend across the last four years is remarkably stable, as the vehicle has cleared every annual test without a single advisory notice. Accumulating 180,385 miles over fourteen years indicates an average annual usage of approximately 12,885 miles, which is consistent with regular, long-distance motorway driving. The mileage progression remains steady, showing an increase of roughly 10,000 to 12,000 miles per year between December 2022 and December 2025. This pattern suggests the vehicle has been kept in active service rather than left standing for long periods, which often helps prevent the seized components and perished seals associated with dormant high-mileage cars. Despite the clean history, the high mileage necessitates a rigorous physical inspection of the drivetrain and suspension architecture. You should check the condition of the suspension bushes, ball joints, and coil springs, as these components frequently experience fatigue at this stage of the vehicle's life. Inspect the brake discs and pads for signs of excessive wear or scoring, and look beneath the chassis for any surface corrosion that may not have reached the threshold for an MOT advisory but could require attention in the near future. Verify the service history for evidence of major component maintenance, such as timing belt replacements or transmission fluid changes, to ensure the mechanical longevity of the engine matches the clear MOT record.