2018 Volvo XC60 2.0L Diesel · VO18 UBR

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension wear and consumable management. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 68,879 miles passed, the tester flagged recurring issues with slight play in both front lower arm ball joints. This follows a similar advisory from March 2024 at 54,923 miles, indicating that these critical suspension components are gradually deteriorating and have not been replaced despite previous warnings. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per year. The record shows steady annual usage, moving from 38,313 miles in early 2022 to 68,879 miles by early 2026. This consistent mileage suggests the car has been used regularly rather than left sitting for long periods, which is generally beneficial for rubber components and seals, though the mileage has contributed to the mechanical wear seen in the suspension system noted in the later MOT tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough in person inspection of the front suspension, as the repeated failure of the ball joints suggests a need for immediate replacement of the arms. The March 2026 record also highlights front tyres worn close to the legal limit and showing uneven inner edge wear, which often points to an alignment issue or worn suspension bushings. Additionally, the rear brake pads should be checked for thickness, as they were flagged as thinning in March 2025 and there is no evidence they were replaced shortly after that advisory.