2015 Volvo XC60 2.4L Diesel · KW15 YOL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recurring failure to address steering components proactively. The most recent test in April 2026 at 92,478 miles passed despite advising on a damaged offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover and both front tyres reaching the legal limit with inner edge wear. This persistence of track rod end issues across multiple years suggests that the owner only replaces components when they reach a failure threshold rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. Between April 2023 at 64,130 miles and April 2026 at 92,478 miles, the car covered over 28,000 miles, indicating steady and regular use. The three-mile gap between the 2025 failure and the subsequent pass indicates that the specific defect, the excessively damaged nearside front track rod end dust cover, was rectified immediately following the initial failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering geometry. The inner edge wear on the front tyres noted in 2026 is a strong indicator of incorrect camber or worn suspension bushes, which should be verified to prevent further premature tyre degradation. The inspector should also check all rubber boots and ball joint covers for signs of cracking or tearing, as the MOT history confirms these components are a known point of failure on this specific vehicle.