2004 Volvo XC90 2.9L Petrol · LF54 AFN

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows signs of recent deterioration following a period of relative stability. While the March 2025 test at 51,861 miles returned no defects, the most recent test on 11 March 2026 at 56,295 miles resulted in an initial failure. The tester flagged splitting rear subframe bushes and an incorrect offside headlamp aim. Although the vehicle passed after these issues were addressed, the emergence of subframe bush wear indicates a shift from minor consumable maintenance to more significant suspension component degradation. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 2004 model, averaging roughly 2,559 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the record, with the vehicle covering only 4,534 miles between March 2025 and March 2026. Such infrequent use can often lead to component stagnation or uneven wear. The data shows a consistent upward trend in mileage, though the intervals between tests vary, suggesting the vehicle is used for short, occasional trips rather than regular long-distance driving. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and braking systems. The record shows a recurring pattern of suspension wear, with issues noted in 2015 regarding wishbone bushes, 2023 regarding suspension arm pins and ball joints, and the most recent 2026 failure involving the rear subframe bushes. These faults suggest the rubber components are reaching the end of their service life due to age rather than mileage. The 2022 test also highlighted pitted and scored brake discs across all four corners, which, combined with the 2021 failure for a grabbing offside rear service brake, indicates that the braking system requires careful inspection for seized calipers or uneven pad wear. Beyond the suspension, the history of minor failures for windscreen wipers and washer fluid in 2015 and 2016 suggests a tendency for basic maintenance to be overlooked. While the vehicle has passed several consecutive tests without advisories, the recent return to mechanical failures means a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody is necessary to ensure no structural corrosion has developed during its periods of low usage.