2025 Volvo XC90 2.0L Hybrid electric · AY74 BBZ

This vehicle has only one MOT entry: a clean pass in February 2025 with no defects at 25 miles. That is a straightforward, positive start, but the history is far too limited to build any meaningful picture of reliability or recurring problems. There is simply not enough data to judge a worsening, stable, or improving trend. The recorded mileage of 25 miles for a car that is roughly one year old is extremely low. While this could indicate the car was used sparingly and stored carefully, it strongly suggests the vehicle has sat idle for long periods with very little actual use. That pattern carries risks that are not visible on a single MOT pass: degraded fluids, dead battery, flat‑spotted tyres, and internal corrosion on brake discs and wheel bearings from standing. Given the lack of defect history, the most prudent approach is to treat this as a car that may have suffered from neglect rather than use. The clean MOT is reassuring, but it does not confirm the mechanical health of components that deteriorate with time and lack of exercise. Before buying, arrange a thorough independent inspection focused on items that suffer from static storage: check the condition and age of the tyres, look for rust on the brake discs, test the battery under load, and ensure all fluids are at the correct level and not degraded. A cold start test and a test drive of at least 20 miles will help reveal any issues with brakes, suspension, or the engine that a stationary check cannot uncover.