2013 Volvo V60 2.4L Diesel · KT13 OTF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a clear trend of degrading suspension components. As of the most recent test in October 2025 at 113,681 miles, the car passed after an initial failure for a perished offside front lower link rod dust cover. While the immediate failure was rectified, the tester flagged multiple worn bushes across both the front and rear suspension arms, alongside a worn upper shock absorber bush. This indicates that the rubber elements in the suspension assembly are reaching the end of their operational life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between November 2022 and November 2023, and another 8,000 miles recorded between November 2023 and October 2025. This regular interval suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often helps prevent seals drying and fluid breakdown, though the cumulative mileage has now contributed to the mechanical wear of the metal and rubber components noted in the advisories. A buyer should prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the undercarriage, specifically focusing on the corrosion levels noted in late 2023. The record previously identified corrosion on all four coil springs, both anti-roll bars, and the rear subframe. While these were not classified as seriously weakened at that time, structural rust on these components requires constant monitoring to prevent future failure. Furthermore, the recurring mention of trailing arm and suspension arm bushes across multiple tests suggests that a significant expenditure may soon be required to replace these worn parts to restore handling precision.