2006 Volvo S60 2.4L Diesel · FV06 OBJ

The 2006 Volvo S60 shows a history of recurring mechanical wear and deferred maintenance consistent with its age. The most recent test on 17 May 2025 at 154,190 miles passed, but it revealed several issues that have appeared in previous years. The front suspension is a point of concern, with worn arm bushes and severely deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage dust covers noted repeatedly across multiple testing intervals. Additionally, the parking brake efficiency barely met the legal threshold in 2025, suggesting the system is nearing the end of its operational capability and requires immediate adjustment or component replacement. With 154,190 miles recorded, the vehicle has averaged approximately 7,700 miles per year, which is a typical profile for a twenty-year-old car. However, the record indicates a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. For instance, the vehicle failed in May 2024 at 142,767 miles due to a structural failure in the offside rear tyre and an inoperative parking brake. The presence of a non-excessive oil leak in both 2022 and 2025 suggests a long-standing seal issue that has not been addressed, though it has not yet reached a failing state. Structural and exhaust components show signs of age, specifically the rear back box outer skin coming away noted in 2024. The exhaust system has been flagged for defective mountings and brackets in almost every test since 2020, indicating that the rubber and metal hangers are perished and the system is likely vibrating or corroded. While the vehicle passed its latest inspection, the recurring failures related to lighting, tyres, and suspension components suggest that the previous owners have only addressed faults when necessary to pass the test. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the front suspension geometry and the integrity of the handbrake mechanism before purchase.