2015 Volvo XC60 2.0L Diesel · EU65 AEW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile despite a recurring pattern of suspension-related advisories. The most recent test on 8 October 2025 at 134,921 miles resulted in a pass, though the tester noted a damaged offside rear tail light and an obstruction caused by a child seat. While the immediate mechanical status appears acceptable, the history shows a persistent trend of wear in the rear suspension components that has been flagged across multiple years. The mileage accumulation indicates heavy usage for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 12,266 miles per year. Between September 2022 and October 2025, the vehicle covered over 31,000 miles, showing consistent annual progression. This higher-than-average mileage suggests the vehicle has seen regular motorway or long-distance use, which typically accelerates the wear on consumables and chassis components compared to low-mileage urban vehicles. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the rear suspension assembly during a physical inspection. The MOT records show a pattern of worn trailing arm pins and bushes, with advisories appearing in September 2023 at 110,975 miles and again in September 2024 at 121,298 miles. While these were noted as not yet causing excessive movement, the recurrence suggests the components are nearing the end of their service life. The 2023 failure also highlighted a door mechanism issue and tyre damage, indicating that while major mechanical failures are absent, minor peripheral maintenance has occasionally been overlooked. Given the high mileage and the specific history of suspension bush wear, I recommend checking for any knocking sounds from the rear axle and verifying the integrity of all anti-roll bar linkages. The recent tail light damage should also be addressed to ensure full compliance. The vehicle appears mechanically sound for its age, provided the buyer accounts for the likely upcoming requirement for suspension component replacement.