2016 Volvo XC60 2.0L Diesel · FL16 VLK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a significant decline in maintenance standards compared to previous years. While the car maintained a clean record between 2023 and mid-2024, the October 2025 test at 82,554 miles revealed multiple critical mechanical failures. Although the vehicle passed a retest nine days later at 82,892 miles, the persistence of several advisories suggests the owner has adopted a reactive rather than proactive maintenance approach. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a typical ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per year. The data shows steady period of use between May 2023 (60,799 miles) and November 2024 (70,736 miles). However, the vehicle covered over 12,000 miles between November 2024 and October 2025. This recent spike in annual mileage likely correlates with the sudden appearance of wear on the tyres, brakes, and suspension components recorded in the most recent inspection. A buyer must closely inspect the suspension and braking system, as the October 2025 failure flagged excessively fluctuating service brakes and insufficient pedal travel. The retest also identified excessively worn front suspension arm bushes and worn rear shock absorber bushes, which indicate that the undercarriage is reaching its service limit. Furthermore, the uneven wear on the inner shoulders of the rear tyres suggests an alignment or tracking issue that requires professional attention to prevent premature tyre degradation. The record also notes a non-excessive oil leak during the 2025 tests. While not an immediate failure point, this requires a physical inspection of the engine seals and sump to determine if the leak rate is stable. Given the previous failure of the wiper blades and headlamp aim, the buyer should verify that these secondary items were actually replaced or adjusted correctly during the retest to ensure the vehicle is in the expected condition.