2020 Volvo V60 Momentum B5 Mhev Auto 2.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · AV70 GZG

Brake and tyre wear dominate this Volvo's recorded history, with the most serious event being a dangerous failure in September 2024 for rear brake pads worn below 1.5 mm, rectified the same day to secure a pass. The latest test on 19 September 2025 resulted in a pass, but not cleanly: front brake pads were flagged as wearing thin, and both front tyres were recorded as worn close to the legal limit and on the edges. Taken together with the 2024 advisories for both rear tyres in the same condition and a 2023 note of sidewall damage to the nearside front tyre, the pattern is one of consumables being run to the limit before replacement. The trend is not worsening in structural terms, since no corrosion, suspension, or emissions defects appear anywhere in the record, but the recurring brake and tyre flags across four consecutive tests mean the braking system in particular warrants close scrutiny before purchase. At 78,532 miles in roughly six years, the car has averaged around 13,000 miles annually, which is high for its age and consistent with sustained motorway or commuter use rather than short urban running. The annual September test cadence shows no gaps or periods off the road, so the mileage has accumulated steadily. This usage profile explains the heavy consumable wear seen in the record: front pads and tyres wearing together at nearly 80,000 miles is unremarkable, but it also means the buyer should assume that other wear items not yet flagged, such as brake discs, suspension bushes, and dampers, are well into their service life. The mild-hybrid B5 drivetrain has no recorded faults, though MOT testing does not assess the 48-volt system, so its condition cannot be inferred from this history. On inspection, priority should go to the braking system. Confirm that the front pads flagged in September 2025 have been replaced, and measure disc thickness and check for lipping or scoring, since discs worn with the pads will need replacement at the same time. At the rear, verify the quality of the pads fitted after the 2024 dangerous failure and check the rear discs for corrosion or uneven wear. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or squeal under braking, feel for judder through the pedal or steering wheel that would indicate warped discs, and check that the car stops straight without pulling, which could point to a binding caliper. Tyres are the second area demanding attention. With all four corners flagged as near the legal limit across the last two tests, establish whether matching tyres of a reputable brand have been fitted and inspect the inner edges and sidewalls closely, given the 2023 sidewall damage note. Edge wear on both front tyres can indicate tracking or alignment issues, so on the test drive check that the steering wheel sits centred, the car does not drift or pull on a level road, and there is no uneven response over bumps. A four-wheel alignment check and evidence of recent brake and tyre replacement should be treated as conditions of purchase, and the asking price should reflect any work still outstanding.