2016 Volvo XC60 2.4L Diesel · KT66 DWK

A consistent pattern of pass results across every recorded test defines the roadworthiness record of this 2016 Volvo XC60, with the most recent examination on 26 June 2026 returning a clean pass and no advisories of any kind. Across seven tests spanning from late 2019 through to mid-2026, no advisory-free test has ever resulted in a failure, and no component has been flagged repeatedly across consecutive examinations. The few advisories that do appear are isolated to brake pad wear noted in 2019 at the rear and in 2022 at the front, along with tyre-related observations confined to a single late-2021 test. This is a record indicating that the vehicle has remained compliant with statutory roadworthiness requirements throughout its testing life, with only minor wear items drawing the examiner's attention and nothing escalating into a category of defect. Recorded mileage of 95,357 miles against a first-to-last testing span of roughly six and a half years equates to an annual accumulation of approximately 9,500 miles, which sits squarely within typical expectations for a ten-year-old family SUV. There are no apparent extended gaps between tests that would suggest prolonged periods off the road, and the mileage progression implied by the sequential tests appears steady rather than erratic. Such a usage pattern tends to mean that consumable items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and wiper blades will have been replaced at predictable intervals, and that the major mechanical assemblies including the engine, transmission, and drivetrain have been exercised regularly rather than left to deteriorate through standing idle. There is nothing in the mileage profile that should give a buyer particular cause for concern regarding wear rate versus age. For a prospective buyer, the advisories recorded in 2019 and 2022 relating to rear and front brake pad wear respectively are worth addressing through a targeted inspection. With a 2022 advisory noting front pads wearing thin, it is reasonable to assume the pads were renewed at or shortly after that test, and the absence of any further brake-related advisories in 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026 supports this. On a test drive, listen for any metallic grinding or squeal from the front wheels during light braking, check for judder or vibration through the steering wheel under firm pedal application which would suggest disc warping, and verify that the vehicle pulls up in a straight line without drift to either side which could indicate a binding caliper. The 2021 advisories covering perished rear tyres and a nail in the nearside rear are historical in nature and have not recurred, so they require no further action beyond a normal check of current tread depth and sidewall condition on the tyres fitted at the point of purchase. Beyond the items flagged in the MOT history, a few age-related checks are prudent given that the vehicle is now a decade old and has covered substantial mileage. Inspect the underside for any signs of fluid seepage around the engine, transmission, and rear differential seals, paying particular attention to oil misting on the exhaust downpipe which could indicate valve cover gasket seepage. Examine the suspension for any knocking or clonking over uneven road surfaces, which on the XC60 commonly points to worn anti-roll bar bushes, drop links, or strut top mounts. Check that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after ignition, that the air conditioning delivers cold air, and that the electronic handbrake releases and re-applies cleanly. Subject to satisfactory outcomes from these physical checks, the documented test history presents a vehicle that has remained compliant with roadworthiness standards throughout its life, with no recurring defect patterns that would suggest an underlying mechanical concern.