2015 Volvo XC60 2.0L Diesel · C18 JBD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend in reactive repair habits. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 148,540 miles, it failed just days prior due to an inoperative engine management indicator light and a failed side repeater. The presence of an MIL fault suggests an underlying electronic or sensor issue that may not been fully rectified before the pass. The recurring failures related to tyres across multiple years indicate a pattern of only addressing faults rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 148,540 miles, this eleven-year-old Volvo has covered an average of over 13,500 miles per year, placing it well above the national average. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with approximately 10,000 miles driven between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 11,000 miles in the year leading up to the 2026 test. This high level of usage places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension components, which is reflected in the mechanical wear noted in the record. A buyer must scrutinize the front suspension, as the 2025 failure flagged an excessively worn offside front arm ball joint. The repeated reports of nearside front tyres worn on the edge in both 2025 and 2026 suggest a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that remain unaddressed. The physical inspection should also focus on the engine management system to ensure the MIL fault from March 2026 was properly cleared rather than just the code reset. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the brake rotor thickness and integrity of rubber bushings is essential to ensure the vehicle has not been neglected beyond basic MOT requirements.