2015 Volvo S60 1.6L Diesel · YR15 MVM

The most recent MOT (2026-02-03) was a pass at 92,623 miles, but it noted both rear inner brake pads are now “wearing thin” — a recurring issue, as rear inner pads were flagged in both 2025 and 2024 MOTs. Brake wear is the dominant concern: rear inner pads appeared in three consecutive MOT reports, and front brake discs were noted as worn, pitted, or scored in 2024 — though not seriously weakened. Braking performance has fluctuated: in 2024, the front service brake was described as “fluctuating, but not excessively,” while in 2025 and 2026, no further brake performance concerns were recorded — suggesting possible pad replacement or adjustment since then. Tyre issues are also persistent. In 2024, both front and offside rear tyres had defects — including edge wear, a deep cut, and nails — and the nearside front tyre was “worn close to legal limit.” These were not repeated in later tests, but the pattern suggests either irregular wear (possibly from alignment or suspension issues) or inconsistent maintenance. The 2025 headlight failure (aim too low) was corrected by adjusting the internal headlamp adjuster, and lights passed in subsequent tests — a one-off issue, not a recurring pattern. Mileage of 92,623 over 11 years equates to ~8,420 miles/year — broadly average. However, the gaps between MOTs (especially the 12-month interval in 2025 vs. 2024) and the fact that rear brake pads wore through over just two years (2024–2026) suggest higher-than-expected brake usage, possibly due to aggressive driving, frequent stop-start use, or insufficient pad quality. The lack of major structural or safety failures in the last two tests is reassuring, but the repeated brake and tyre concerns indicate the vehicle has not been meticulously maintained.