2006 Volvo S60 2.4L Diesel · OY56 SDZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding suspension components and peripheral wear. While it passed its latest April 2026 test at 106,454 miles, it failed just two months prior due to a critical nearside rear tyre defect and multiple suspension issues. The persistent presence of worn front suspension arm pins and bushes across the 2025 and 2026 tests suggests that these components are failing and have not been replaced despite repeated advisories. At 20 years old, this Volvo S60 has averaged only approximately 5,300 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for its age group. The data shows a notable gap in records between October 2022 and April 2024, where the vehicle covered roughly 9,000 miles. However, the recent usage pattern with 6,100 miles covered between April 2025 and 2026 shows consistent operation. Low mileage on high-age vehicles can often lead to dry rot in rubber components and seals, which aligns with the issues observed. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the recurring failures of arm pins and bushes indicate significant degradation of the rubber mounts. The worn front top engine support mounting noted in 2025 should also be checked for excessive movement which can cause engine vibration. Additionally, the damaged nearside windscreen requires monitoring for structural cracks that may expand over time, and the center exhaust mounting needs to be verified to ensure the system is not vibrating or causing undue noise.