2013 Volvo S60 2.0L Diesel · AV13 CFX

A pattern of tyre-related advisories, supplemented by a 2023 failure for a tyre cut exposing the ply, is the defining mechanical theme running through this Volvo S60's MOT history. Across the recorded tests from 2020 to 2026, the offside and nearside rear tyres have been repeatedly flagged for cuts, sidewall damage, cracking, and perishing, with the nearside rear also cropping up with a fresh advisory for outer sidewall damage on the 2026 test. The most recent examination on 15 June 2026 was a pass, but it additionally recorded worn trailing arm bushes on both rear corners, bringing a new component family into the advisory history for the first time. With three passes carrying advisories and one outright failure inside a six-test window, the roadworthiness record is functional rather than clean, and the cumulative advisory footprint points towards a car whose rubber and rear suspension items deserve close attention. The recorded mileage of 76,236 miles across thirteen years equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 5,860 miles, which sits well below the average for a vehicle of this age and indicates either a period of light running or extended intervals where the car covered relatively little ground. There are no gaps in the testing history spanning 2020 through 2026, and the odometer readings between successive tests reflect broadly consistent, modest annual increments rather than any sudden mileage spikes. Mechanically, lower mileage of this kind typically reduces wear on high-mileage consumables such as brake discs, clutches, and engine internals, but it can also accelerate the deterioration of rubber components, brake hydraulic seals, and underbody finishes through prolonged standing and infrequent use, which aligns with the recurring tyre cracking and perishing advisories seen here. For a prospective buyer, the rear suspension trailing arm bushes flagged on both sides in June 2026 warrant the most direct inspection, as the advisories note wear not currently resulting in excessive movement but indicate a component nearing the threshold of failure. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking from the rear axle over uneven surfaces, particularly over speed humps and potholes, and feel for any vagueness or shimmy in the rear end during directional changes, as worn trailing arm bushes can allow the rear wheel to alter its geometry slightly under load. It is also worth asking the seller to confirm whether the bushes have since been replaced; if not, the cost of replacement should be factored into any offer, and a competent mechanic can confirm the current degree of movement using pry tools during a pre-purchase inspection. The tyre story across four of the six recorded tests is the other item to probe carefully, given the pattern of cuts, sidewall damage, and perishing on both rear positions and intermittent edge wear on the fronts. On inspection, examine all four tyres for age-related sidewall cracking, particularly between the tread blocks and along the lower shoulder, and check the manufacturing date stamps if the car has been standing for extended periods, as unused tyres deteriorate faster than those in regular service. Brake feel should also be assessed on a test drive, with attention given to any binding or pulling under light pedal pressure, and the underbody should be visually checked for surface corrosion around the rear axle, suspension pick-up points, and exhaust hangers, as a vehicle of this vintage with relatively low annual mileage is prone to standing-water corrosion in these areas even where structural components have not yet been flagged.