2010 Volvo XC60 2.4L Diesel · SV10 FWA

The 2010 Volvo XC60 currently holds a valid MOT, having passed cleanly on 18 February 2026 at 121,853 miles with zero defects. That result is significant because it follows a serious failure just eight days earlier, indicating the previous owner carried out prompt and thorough repairs. The overall maintenance trend is therefore improving, with the most recent pass suggesting the critical suspension and braking faults have been addressed. The mileage accumulation is broadly consistent with typical use for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 7,600 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 111,877 miles in January 2024 to 117,512 miles by February 2025, then a more pronounced jump to 121,648 miles by February 2026. That acceleration in the last twelve months suggests heavier recent use, which places additional stress on consumable components. The gap between the January 2024 and January 2025 tests is a full year with no recorded mileage change, which may indicate a period of lighter use or a missed test cycle, but the subsequent jump confirms the vehicle has been driven more intensively since. The February 2026 failure raised serious structural and mechanical concerns that warrant close physical inspection. Both rear coil springs were compromised, one fractured and the other corroded, which points to long-term exposure to road salt and moisture rather than a sudden impact. Combined with a leaking offside rear shock absorber and binding rear brakes, the entire rear suspension assembly should be inspected for corrosion, bush wear, and correct alignment. The rear brake discs were scored and pitted, and the offside pads were worn thin, suggesting the binding caliper may have been dragging for some time before the test. Buyers should also pay attention to the recurring brake binding issue, which appeared on the nearside front in January 2025 and the offside rear in February 2026. That pattern suggests a systemic problem with caliper slide mechanisms or hydraulic circuit imbalance rather than isolated wear. A thorough road test and inspection of all calipers, brake hoses, and the handbrake mechanism on the rear axle is essential before purchase.