2004 Volvo XC90 2.9L Petrol · WO54 GRS
2004 Volvo XC90 (2.9L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 126,248 miles. MOT expired on 29 Oct 2014.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC90
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Oct 2014
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Mar 2015)
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,248 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WO54 GRS Key Findings
- 9 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2013
- 126,248 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WO54 GRS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
9 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volvo Xc90 (WO54 GRS) between September 2007 and October 2013.
The record contains 7 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 October 2013 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)”; “Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)”.
WO54 GRS Mileage History
- 13/09/200742,750 mi
- 22/09/200860,487 mi+17,737 mi
- 14/09/200975,650 mi+15,163 mi
- 20/09/201091,226 mi+15,576 mi
- 22/09/201091,245 mi+19 mi
- 30/11/2011102,190 mi+10,945 mi
- 01/12/2011102,194 mi+4 mi
- 16/11/2012111,645 mi+9,451 mi
- 30/10/2013126,248 mi+14,603 mi
Average of roughly 13,621 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo XC90 (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- AWD / DEM module failureModerate
Haldex pump or DEM faults can quietly disable the rear axle, leaving the XC90 driving like a front-wheel-drive car until traction is really needed.
- Automatic gearbox wearSerious
Heavy towing and long service intervals can leave the automatic box flaring, thumping or slipping under load.
- Front suspension arm and top mount wearModerate
The heavy nose wears front bushes, top mounts and drop links, giving the familiar XC90 knock over poor UK roads.
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