2014 Volvo V60 1.6L Diesel · GN64 RXM

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test on 27 August 2025 at 91,939 miles flagged thin-out front brake pads and a nearside rear tyre reaching the legal limit with uneven inner wear. This follows an advisory from the August 2024 test at 82,256 miles where the front pads were also noted as thin. While the car passes tests, there is a consistent history of neglecting consumable components until they approach failure. The mileage averages approximately 7,600 miles per year, which is typical for a 12-year-old Volvo. The usage pattern is steady, with annual intervals of roughly 7,000 to 9,000 miles recorded between each test from 2021 to 2025. The clean records from 2021 and 2022 suggest the vehicle was in a period of good health during those years. However, the recent appearance of multiple advisories indicates that the current owner is failing to address routine service items between the annual MOT inspections. A buyer must inspect the braking system thoroughly, as the recurring reports of thin pads across both axles suggest long intervals between brake services. The inner edge wear on the nearside rear tyre noted in 2025 points to a potential alignment issue or a worn suspension bushing, which should be checked to prevent further tyre degradation. You should also verify the condition of the coil springs and control arms, as the record shows no mention of these components despite the age of the vehicle.