2013 Volvo V70 2.4L Diesel · OU63 AEJ

The vehicle cleared its most recent MOT on 9 July 2026 at 160,522 miles, registering only advisory items – light oil mist from the nearside rear shock absorber and tyre tread approaching the legal limit on both front and rear wheels. The recurrence of the same rear‑shock advisory across every test since 2021, together with persistent tyre wear warnings, indicates a stable maintenance pattern; no new major failures have emerged since the 2025‑06‑27 failure, and the car has remained passable for the last three years. At 13 years old the V70 has accumulated 160,522 miles, averaging roughly 12,300 miles per annum. The MOT chronology shows annual testing without significant mileage gaps, confirming continuous use rather than prolonged storage. This mileage level is high for its age, suggesting accelerated wear on consumables such as tyres, brake pads and suspension components, but the record does not reveal any periods of neglect or unusually rapid mileage spikes. A prospective buyer should focus on the rear suspension and tyre condition. Inspect the nearside rear shock absorber for oil leakage or reduced damping, and verify that the rear coil springs, noted as corroded in 2023, are free of structural compromise. Examine all four tyres for tread depth, edge wear and any cuts, especially the front tyres that have repeatedly been flagged close to the legal limit. Check the off‑side rear anti‑roll‑bar linkage ball joint for play and the upper dust cover for integrity, as these were cited in the 2025 failure. Brake discs and hoses merit visual assessment – the off‑side front disc and hose have been recorded with wear and slight damage in 2021 and 2022. Finally, confirm that child‑seat fittings do not obstruct adult belt inspection and look for any surface rust on suspension bushes or chassis members, as no structural defects have been recorded but corrosion can develop between tests.