2011 Volvo XC60 2.4L Diesel · GL11 KUD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates the onset of developing suspension wear. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 115,315 miles resulted in a pass, it flagged play in both the nearside and offside rear anti-roll bar ball joints. This follows a period of clean passes in 2024 and 2025, suggesting that components are now reaching the end of their service life. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of usage, with 12,305 miles recorded between February 2025 and February 2026, and another 8,926 miles covered in the year prior. This regular use explains the failure in February 2024 at 94,610 miles due to a fractured offside front coil spring, which is a common fatigue failure for Volvos of this age and mileage. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry to assess the extent of the play in the anti-roll bar joints. Since both rear joints were noted for slight play, the buyer should check the rubber bushings and control arms for further degradation. It is also advisable to verify the front coil springs for signs of corrosion or stress fractures, given the previous failure, to ensure the replacement was executed correctly and that the opposite side is not also nearing failure.