2017 Volvo S60 2.0L Diesel · KT67 BBF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a clear trend of deferred braking component replacement. The most recent test in November 2025 at 30,643 miles resulted in a failure due to an inoperative rear plate lamp and critically thin brake pads. While the vehicle passed immediately after these repairs, the tester still flagged pitted front brake discs and thinning front pads. This indicates a pattern where the previous owner waited for components to reach legal failure limits rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 30,644 miles over nine years, this Volvo has covered exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 3,400 miles per year. This low usage is consistent with the clean record seen in November 2022 at 19,670 miles. However, the lack of use likely contributes to the issues observed in later tests. The 2024 test at 27,279 miles noted that rear tyres were cracked and perished, which is a common structural side effect for vehicles that remain stationary for long periods despite having sufficient tread depth. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the entire braking system and rubber components. The recurring reports of pitting and scoring on the discs, combined with fluctuating service brakes, suggest the rotors may be suffering from corrosion due to low usage cycles. You must check the sidewalls of all four tyres for further cracking, as the 2024 advisory highlighted existing degradation in the material. Additionally, the body damage to the nearside front wing and offside front bumper should be inspected for hidden corrosion or poor repair, despite the tester noting they were not loose.