2014 Volvo XC60 2.4L Diesel · KP14 FXS

The Volvo XC60 holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 14 October 2025 at 152,070 miles, but the maintenance trend is mixed rather than consistently stable. The most recent test followed a failure just four days earlier on 10 October 2025, where the tester flagged both rear brake pads worn below 1.5 mm, a cut in the nearside rear tyre exposing the ply, and both front tyres worn to the legal limit. These were rectified before the pass, yet the pattern of recurring tyre and brake wear across consecutive years suggests consumable upkeep has been reactive rather than planned. The nearside rear lamp unit has been repaired with tape since at least September 2024, and the ABS warning lamp was flagged as defective in the 2024 failure, indicating intermittent electrical niggles that have persisted despite passing the 2023 test cleanly at 137,071 miles. The vehicle has covered 152,070 miles over roughly twelve years, averaging around 12,672 miles per year, which sits on the higher side for its age. Mileage accumulation has been relatively consistent, climbing from 137,071 miles in September 2023 to 145,190 miles by September 2024, then reaching 152,070 miles by October 2025, showing no prolonged periods of inactivity. The MOT record itself is fairly sparse, with only five tests logged across three years, so a buyer cannot rely on it as a complete service history. The gap between the clean 2023 pass and the cluster of defects in 2024 and 2025 hints at a period of reduced attention to preventive maintenance. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering geometry. The 2024 advisory for inner-edge wear and feathering on both front tyres points to misalignment or worn suspension bushes and tracking issues, and the recurrence of edge-worn front tyres in the 2025 failure suggests the underlying cause was never properly corrected. The rear braking system also warrants inspection, given that both rear pad sets were found below minimum thickness within a year of the previous test, which could indicate a sticking caliper or a binding handbrake mechanism rather than simple wear. The taped rear light unit is a minor cosmetic concern but worth checking for water ingress or wiring deterioration behind the lens. Structurally, the MOT record does not flag any corrosion or chassis defects, but the high mileage and repeated brake and tyre wear mean the subframe, wishbones, and anti-roll bar links should be inspected for play and deterioration. The intermittent ABS fault from 2024 that did not reappear in 2025 should be scanned with a diagnostic tool to confirm whether the sensor or reluctor ring is compromised. Overall, the car is roadworthy on paper, but the pattern of recurring consumable failures and unresolved alignment wear indicates a thorough mechanical inspection is essential before purchase.