2018 Volvo XC60 2.0L Diesel · CU68 HAE

The 2018 Volvo XC60 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT on 23 October 2025 passing cleanly at 38,141 miles with zero defects recorded. This marks a clear step forward from the 2024 test cycle, where the vehicle failed on 23 October 2024 at 28,875 miles due to all four tyres sustaining cuts deep enough to expose the ply or cords. The subsequent retest on 24 October 2024 passed without advisories, confirming the tyre issue was fully rectified. No further mechanical or structural faults have surfaced since, indicating consistent upkeep over the past two years. The mileage pattern reveals a notable acceleration in use. Between 22 October 2022 and 25 October 2023, the odometer jumped from 4,176 to 17,240 miles, a gain of 13,064 miles in twelve months. The following year saw a further increase of 11,635 miles, reaching 28,875 by October 2024. However, the vehicle has recorded no additional mileage between October 2024 and October 2025, suggesting it has stood idle for the past twelve months. Extended stationary periods can lead to flat-spotted tyres, brake surface corrosion, moisture accumulation in the exhaust system, and battery drain, all of which warrant close inspection. Prospective buyers should pay particular attention to the condition of the tyre sidewalls, given the 2024 failure exposed structural damage across all four corners. While the replacements appear to have held, any uneven wear or renewed sidewall deterioration would indicate ongoing alignment or suspension issues. The front suspension bushes, coil springs, and anti-roll bar links deserve scrutiny, as these components on the XC60 platform are known to degrade under sustained load. Brake disc thickness and caliper operation should also be verified, especially if corrosion has developed during the recent period of inactivity. A thorough underbody inspection for structural corrosion around the subframes and mounting points is advisable, particularly if the vehicle has been stored outdoors.