2013 Volvo XC70 2.4L Diesel · LO63 LYG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, showing a stable maintenance trend despite its age and mileage. The most recent test in July 2025 at 125,378 miles passed with only a minor advisory regarding an inoperative nearside rear registration plate lamp. This minor electrical fault does not indicate broader mechanical failure, and the clean sheet from the July 2024 test suggests the vehicle has generally been kept in a functional state during its most recent period of operation. The mileage pattern is consistent with a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage recorded between August 2022 at 66,967 miles and the subsequent tests, where the car covered over 22,000 miles in just sixteen months. Since then, usage has moderated, with roughly 36,000 miles covered leading to the 2025 test. This consistent level of driving is positive for mechanical components, as it prevents the seizing and degradation often associated with long periods of inactivity. A buyer should specifically inspect the alignment and suspension geometry due to recurring tyre wear issues. Records from 2021 and 2023 highlight tyres wearing on the inside edges and across the edges, which typically points to worn control arm bushes, faulty ball joints, or incorrect camber settings. While the cuts noted on the tyre surfaces were not structural, the pattern of uneven wear suggests the previous owner may have neglected regular wheel alignments or failed to replace suspension components promptly. Given the mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the subframe and exhaust system is also advisable to ensure no hidden degradation exists that the MOT tester did not flag.