2004 Volvo S60 2.4L Diesel · FL54 PVD

The maintenance trend for this 2004 Volvo S60 appears stable, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 3 November 2025 at 275,664 miles with zero defects recorded. Despite the vehicle's high mileage, the current roadworthiness status is sound. The tester found no mechanical or structural faults, indicating the car met all required safety and emissions standards at that time. The mileage accumulation pattern reveals a period of very low usage between August 2023 and November 2023, where the odometer advanced by just one mile across two tests. Following this dormancy, usage increased significantly, with roughly 5,665 miles covered in the twelve months leading to November 2024, and approximately 9,040 miles in the subsequent year. This current annual rate of around 12,530 miles is high for a vehicle of this age, suggesting sustained daily use that accelerates wear on consumables, suspension bushes, and drivetrain components. A notable anomaly exists within the record, as the tests on 14 August 2023 and 1 November 2024 both show a failure outcome despite zero defects being recorded. This typically indicates an aborted test or an administrative discrepancy rather than a mechanical failure. Given the high mileage and the recent uptick in annual usage, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection. Focus on the condition of the coil springs and suspension bushes, which degrade under sustained mileage, and check the brake discs and calipers for wear or binding. The underbody and structural mounting points require close scrutiny for corrosion, a common issue on older Volvos subjected to high mileage. While the MOT record shows no recurring mechanical faults, the physical demands of covering nearly 10,000 miles in a year necessitate verifying the integrity of the exhaust system and steering components before purchase.