2018 Volvo V60 2.0L Petrol · MM68 OSV

The Volvo V60 presents a largely sound roadworthiness profile, though the most recent test on 11 December 2025 at 13,680 miles introduced a notable shift in the vehicle's defect history. After four consecutive clean passes from 2021 through 2024, the December 2025 test flagged three tyre-related advisories: both front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on edges, plus a slightly damaged outer sidewall on the nearside front. This marks a clear departure from the previously unblemished record and suggests the vehicle may have been driven more aggressively, aligned poorly, or simply left on worn rubber longer than advisable. The overall trend is stable but shows a worsening consumable wear pattern at the latest test point. The mileage accumulation tells a consistent story of genuinely low use. From 6,417 miles recorded on 22 December 2021 to 13,680 miles on 11 December 2025, the vehicle covered just 7,263 miles across four full years, averaging roughly 1,816 miles per year. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps between test dates, and the annual increments remain steady at between 1,777 and 1,823 miles. This is a textbook low-mileage pattern for an eight-year-old vehicle, implying long periods of standing or very short local journeys. Such use can paradoxically accelerate certain deterioration, particularly in rubber components, brake discs prone to surface corrosion, and exhaust systems that never reach full operating temperature. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and steering geometry. Edge wear on both front tyres is a classic symptom of misaligned toe settings or worn suspension bushes and track rod ends, and the damaged nearside sidewall raises the question of kerb contact or an underlying suspension geometry fault. Have the front end checked on a four-wheel alignment rig and inspect the inner sidewalls of all four tyres for uneven wear patterns. The low annual mileage also warrants a close look at the condition of the brake discs and pads, which may have developed surface corrosion from prolonged standing, and the rubber brake hoses, which age regardless of mileage. A thorough underbody inspection for corrosion is prudent, particularly around suspension mounting points and subframes, as vehicles sitting for extended periods can trap moisture in cavities. The side repeater lens defect noted in 2022 was minor and cosmetic, but confirm it has been rectified. Overall, the mechanical record is reassuring, but the December 2025 advisories demand attention before purchase.