2017 Volvo XC60 2.0L Petrol · KP67 NHU

The vehicle remains roadworthy as of its most recent MOT on 2025-07-02, passing with minor tyre damage noted on both rear tyres. However, the maintenance trend is clearly worsening — the prior test just one day earlier failed due to multiple tyre defects, including a bulge on the nearside front tyre, which indicates structural failure, alongside brake pad wear on the offside rear. This suggests a pattern of neglect in tyre and brake maintenance, with the same tyres repeatedly showing damage and wear across consecutive tests. The fact that the same tyres failed twice in a single MOT cycle is a red flag for potential underlying issues or inconsistent upkeep. The recorded mileage of 46,944 miles at age nine years equates to roughly 5,216 miles per year, which is low for its age and implies the vehicle has likely been driven sparingly or stored for periods. The gap between the 2024-07-18 test at 39,255 miles and the 2025-07-02 test at 46,944 miles shows a 7,689-mile increase over 365 days — a normal annual rate — but the preceding 2023-08-15 test at 33,503 miles suggests a slower accumulation in the earlier years. There are no signs of rapid mileage spikes or suspicious jumps, which supports the low-mileage narrative, though the tyre condition suggests that even light use has not prevented wear or damage. Buyers should inspect the front and rear brake systems closely, particularly the offside rear caliper and pad assembly, which has shown repeated wear and was flagged in 2025 and 2024. The nearside front tyre bulge is a serious defect — it indicates internal structural damage that could lead to sudden failure, and replacement is mandatory. Suspension components, especially rear bushes and coil springs, should be checked for wear, as the rear brake disc was noted as pitted in 2024, which can sometimes correlate with suspension or alignment issues. Structural integrity of the side panels and doors should also be assessed, as multiple dents and scratches were recorded in 2022, which may indicate prior impact or poor repair work. The vehicle’s history reveals a pattern of deferred maintenance, particularly around tyres and brakes, with no major structural or emissions issues flagged in the last three tests. While the 2023 test was clean, the subsequent failures suggest that the owner may have been reactive rather than proactive in addressing wear. A buyer should budget for immediate tyre replacement and a full brake inspection, including caliper binding and disc thickness, as these are safety-critical components that have shown recurring faults. The low mileage is a positive, but the mechanical condition of the tyres and brakes indicates the vehicle has not been maintained to a standard that ensures long-term reliability.