2014 Volvo XC60 2.0L Diesel · LS14 ASO

Most recent MOT outcome The latest MOT on 9 December 2025 was a pass, but it recorded three defects: the off‑side front seat‑belt webbing is slightly frayed, there is a small oil leak, and there is play in the nearside front steering‑rack inner joint. The day before, the same MOT test failed because, in addition to those three items, both rear tyres had exposed ply or cords. The failure highlights that the tyre condition is the most serious safety issue at present. Recurring mechanical pattern Across the last four years the vehicle shows a clear pattern of wear on three fronts: 1. Tyres – In 2023 the front tyres were already close to the legal tread limit; in 2024 the rear tyres were punctured by nails and the cords were beginning to deteriorate; in 2025 both rear tyres showed exposed ply/cord, prompting a failure. Steering/ suspension – The nearside front steering‑rack joint developed noticeable play by the end of 2025, and the off‑side front suspension arm pin/bush was flagged as worn in 2024. Seat‑belt webbing – The off‑side front belt has been recorded as slightly damaged in every MOT since 2023. A small oil leak has been noted since the most recent test, but it was classified as “not excessive”. Trend analysis The defect record is moving from mild wear (2022 clean, 2023 tyre tread approaching limit) to more serious faults (2024 nail‑punctured tyres, 2025 steering‑rack play and rear tyre ply exposure). This suggests a worsening trend rather than a stable or improving one.