2017 Volvo XC60 2.0L Petrol · LM67 WPR

A pattern of largely clean roadworthiness is punctuated by a notable event at the 2023 test, where the vehicle failed on two rear tyres with cuts exceeding the permitted depth deep enough to expose the ply or cords, alongside advisories for thinning front and rear brake pads. The intervening tests in 2024 and 2025 returned clean passes with no defects recorded, suggesting that the issues from 2023 were rectified promptly rather than indicating an ongoing mechanical decline. The 2026 test on 12 August returned a pass but with an advisory recorded for slight play in the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint, which is a wear item worth monitoring on any XC60 approaching a decade of service. The single failure and the modest cluster of advisories over the documented period should be read as a mixed rather than uniformly positive record, but there is no evidence of escalating structural or corrosion concerns across the eight tests on file. With 79,113 miles recorded over nine years, the vehicle has accumulated roughly 8,790 miles annually, placing it broadly in line with typical usage for its age and avoiding the risks associated with either very low or exceptionally high accumulation rates. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, with annual tests conducted consistently from 2020 onwards and the record showing no prolonged absence from the road. This steady annual mileage pattern tends to correlate with regular warm-up cycles and consistent use of consumables, which generally keeps the drivetrain, suspension, and braking components working within their intended parameters rather than allowing them to seize or deteriorate through disuse. The mileage spread across the recorded period is therefore unremarkable and does not raise any particular usage-based concerns. Prospective buyers should focus attention on the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint flagged in the most recent advisory, as play in this joint can develop into knocking or clonking noises over uneven surfaces and imprecise steering response under load. On a test drive, listen for any slack or rattle from the front suspension over speed bumps, rough tarmac, or when turning the steering at low speed, and feel for any vibration or wandering from the straight-ahead position that could indicate the joint has progressed beyond the advisory threshold. Given the 2023 advisory for thinning brake pads on both axles, the braking system should also be evaluated critically, with checks for pedal travel, any grinding or squealing under moderate application, and signs of disc scoring or lipping that may have developed since the pads were last replaced. It would also be prudent to inspect the rear tyres closely, as the 2023 failure was due to sidewall cuts rather than tread wear, which could point to kerbing damage or under-inflation at the time. Check the current tyres for uneven shoulder wear, bulges, or any cuts in the sidewalls, and verify that the replacement set is of consistent make and specification across the axle. Beyond the items flagged on the MOT record, a thorough inspection of the underside for corrosion on subframe and brake line components is advisable given the vehicle's age, and the handbrake should be tested on an incline to confirm full holding capability. Any oil seepage from the engine or transmission casings, while not currently recorded, is common on higher-mileage Volvos and should be examined as part of a general appraisal.