2018 Volvo S60 2.0L Petrol · DS18 EDC

The 2018 Volvo S60 currently holds a valid MOT issued on 15 May 2026 at 64,473 miles, but the maintenance trend is mixed rather than consistently stable. The vehicle failed its initial test attempt on 14 May 2026 at the same recorded mileage, with the tester flagging a missing brake pedal anti-slip provision, a split or insecure nearside front constant velocity boot on the drive shaft joint, and slightly worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes on both sides. The following day the car passed, suggesting the immediate defects were addressed, yet the advisory for rear axle swivel pin and bush wear carried forward into the pass certificate. That recurring suspension wear item has persisted across consecutive test cycles and warrants close attention. The mileage progression tells a straightforward story. Between the May 2025 test at 53,531 miles and the May 2026 tests at 64,473 miles, the car covered 10,942 miles in a single year, which is above the typical annual figure of roughly 8,000 miles for an eight-year-old vehicle. Earlier records show a steadier accumulation of around 9,686 miles per year between May 2024 and May 2025. There are no alarming gaps or sudden drops in the odometer readings, and the service history appears consistent with regular use rather than prolonged standing. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the rear suspension and drivetrain. The slightly worn rear axle swivel pins and bushes appeared as an advisory in the May 2026 test and were noted again on the pass certificate, indicating the wear has not yet reached a failure threshold but is progressing. Check for play, knocking, or deterioration in those bushes, and assess whether the rear subframe and mounting points show any corrosion or cracking. The nearside front constant velocity boot was flagged as split or insecure during the May 2026 failure, so inspect that joint carefully for evidence of grease contamination, dirt ingress, or clicking under load. Examine the brake pedal anti-slip provision to confirm it is correctly fitted and secure, and verify the condition of all brake pads and discs given the repeated advisories for pad wear in the 2024 tests. Finally, check both front sidelights and all exterior lamps for correct operation, as the 2024 failure recorded inoperative position lamps on both sides.