2017 Volvo XC60 2.4L Diesel · NG66 HRJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension and steering system components. In the most recent test in November 2025 at 62,686 miles, the tester identified five separate advisories that were not present in previous years. While the car passed, the persistence of corroded steering pipes and the degradation of lower link arm bushes suggest that reactive maintenance is replacing proactive care, as faults are only being noted once they reach a point of visible failure. The recorded mileage of 62,686 miles over nine years reflects a consistent usage pattern of approximately 7,000 miles per annum, which is typical for a low-use family vehicle. The data shows regular annual testing, with a gap of roughly 5,000 miles between the November 2024 and November 2025 tests. However, the low mileage does not have prevented the deterioration of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the repeated mentions of perishing tyres and worn suspension bushes recorded between 2023 and 2025. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering assembly. The offside power assisted steering pipe has been flagged for corrosion and seepage since 2023, indicating a high risk of future fluid loss if not replaced. Furthermore, the recent appearance of play in the nearside steering rack inner joint in 2025, combined with recurring wear on the rear lower link arm bushes, suggests the front-end geometry is beginning to require significant component replacement to maintain handling quality and safety. The history also highlights a pattern of neglect regarding consumables, with multiple reports of cracking, perishing, and tyres reaching legal limits across three different years. The 2023 failure due to a damaged track rod end and thin brake pads confirms that the owner frequently waits for a failure before intervening. Any prospective buyer should verify the current condition of all four tyres and the brake pad thickness to ensure the advisories from the November 2025 test have actually been addressed.