2012 Volvo V60 2.0L Diesel · YP12 LPZ

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness stands at unfavourable due to a persistent deterioration in mechanical integrity following the 2025-06-09 MOT test, which was conducted at 138,067 miles. The most recent failure on that specific date flagged critical structural risks, specifically the excessive play in the near-side front track rod end and near-side front suspension arm ball joint, indicating that the car has not undergone the necessary bushing replacement or alignment work required to restore its structural stability. The mileage trend reveals a distinct gap between the vehicle's age and its operational history. While the 2012 Volvo V60 is only approximately 9,862 miles per year, the test results show that the car accumulated roughly 14,000 miles between the 2025-06-09 and 2024-06-13 tests, suggesting that the owner has been absent for over a year. This gap is significant because it means the car has been sitting idle for a prolonged period, allowing wear on components such as the brake discs and suspension bushings to accumulate without replacement, which is a primary indicator of reduced roadworthiness. Given the recurring faults and the lack of maintenance history, the buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to assess the condition of the suspension, brakes, and structural integrity. The history indicates that the car has suffered from corrosion on the rear coil springs and anti-roll bars, which are prone to rapid failure if not addressed immediately. Furthermore, the front brake discs show pitting and scoring, which may indicate that the brake fluid has degraded or that the pads are rubbing against the rotors, both of which are severe risks that require professional assessment before the car can be legally driven again.