2009 Volvo XC60 2.4L Diesel · FE09 CKN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in October 2023 at 102,250 miles showed a pass with only a minor advisory regarding a perished nearside rear tyre. This follows a significant failure in October 2022 where the vehicle was rejected for multiple steering, brake, and tyre defects. While the immediate safety issues appear to be resolved, the recurring nature of the faults suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical failures once they threatened an MOT pass. The car averages approximately 6,000 miles per year over its 17-year life, which is consistent with low-mileage usage patterns. Between October 2021 and October 2022, the vehicle covered 4,587 miles, while only 870 miles were recorded between the 2022 and 2023 tests. This drop in annual mileage suggests the car may sit for long periods, which often explains the perishing of rubber components and pitting on brake discs noted in the record despite the low overall mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering components. The 2022 failure highlighted an inner steering linkage ball joint with excessive play, and the buyer should verify that no further wear exists in the tie ends or bushings. The record shows a persistent trend of pitted and scored brake discs across 2020, 2021, and 2022, indicating that the braking system is prone to corrosion, likely from infrequent use. Attention is also required for the nearside rear shock top mount where corrosion was flagged in 2020 at 93,497 miles. Although this did not cause a failure, structural integrity at the mounting points should be checked for deep-seated rust. Given the collision warning message noted in 2021, a diagnostic scan is also advisable to ensure no latent faults remain in the driver-assistance systems.