2016 Volvo V60 2.0L Diesel · KY66 FHV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on 07 November 2025 at 70,201 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of reactive repair, evidenced by a failure just one day prior on 06 November 2025 due to a fractured offside rear coil spring. While the most recent result is positive, the history indicates that components are sometimes only addressed upon failure rather than through proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per annum. There is a significant discrepancy in the provided data where the 06 November 2025 failure recorded 79,201 miles, while the pass twenty-four hours later recorded only 70,201 miles. This 9,000-mile variance within 24 hours suggests a clerical error in the record keeping. Excluding this anomaly, the mileage accumulation is steady and predictable, which typically suggests even wear on the drivetrain and structural components. A buyer must physically inspect the front-end geometry and tyre wear, as the November 2024 test flagged front tyres wearing on the inner edges. This often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushings that require attention. The braking system also warrants scrutiny; the front pads were noted as thin two years ago, necessitating a current check of remaining life and disc condition to ensure they have been replaced since. The suspension deserves a thorough check given the recently fractured coil spring. The tester should look for signs of leaking shock absorbers or excessive play in the control arms which could contribute to the uneven tyre wear previously noted. While the vehicle passed without structural defects in recent years, the recurring nature of mechanical wear items suggests the car is entering a phase where more frequent components will require replacement.