2006 Volvo S60 2.4L Diesel · RJ06 HTC

The vehicle shows signs of a worsening maintenance trend, specifically regarding braking components and fluid leaks. While the most recent test on 3 November 2025 at 144,242 miles resulted in a pass, it carried advisories for an oil leak and pitted or scored brake discs on both the front and rear axles. This follows a failure just eight days prior on 25 October 2025, where the tester flagged an inoperative offside parking brake, insufficient parking brake efficiency, and several lighting defects. The persistence of the oil leak and brake disc deterioration across multiple tests suggests that while the car is legally roadworthy, underlying mechanical issues are not being proactively addressed. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. The records show a steady progression from 55,672 miles in October 2014 to the current 144,242 miles. There are no significant gaps in testing history, indicating the car has been in regular use. However, the recent concentration of failures and advisories in late 2025 suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase of increased component fatigue common for a 20-year-old car. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system and the source of the engine oil leak. The brake discs have been flagged as pitted or scored in the 2025 tests and the 2024 test, indicating they are nearing the end of their service life. The parking brake mechanism also requires close scrutiny following the failure in October 2025. Furthermore, the history shows recurring issues with suspension bushes, specifically on the front lower arms and sub-frame, which were noted in both the September 2023 and October 2024 tests. The presence of a power steering hose seepage in 2022 and a persistent oil leak in 2023 and 2025 suggests potential issues with seals or hydraulic lines. Given the age of the vehicle, the buyer should also check for structural corrosion and the condition of the suspension components to ensure the reported wear in the bushes has been adequately rectified. The recent lighting failures and the 2019 SRS warning lamp fault indicate that electrical systems should be tested for reliability.