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2005 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · Y20 AYE

Y20 AYE

2005 Volvo XC90 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01/08/2005. Recorded mileage 215,645 miles. MOT valid until 28/07/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model
VOLVO XC90
Year / Origin
2005 · Leeds
MOT Status
Valid until 28/07/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/07/2027)
Recorded Mileage
215,645 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 28/07/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/07/2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2005
Engine
2401cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle's recent MOT history shows an inconsistent maintenance trend, moving from a failure in July 2026 to a pass within two weeks. The July 2026 test at 215,645 miles recorded a pass, but the record shows several advisory items including rear sub-frame corrosion and a deteriorated nearside front suspension ball joint dust cover. The previous test on 17 July 2026 resulted in a failure due to a major exhaust leak, a worn offside front suspension arm bush, and a split offside front drive shaft CV boot. The vehicle has covered 215,645 miles over its 21-year lifespan, averaging approximately 10,269 miles per year. This represents a typical usage pattern for a vehicle of this age. The records provided cover the period from June 2024 to July 2026, showing regular annual testing. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the rear sub-frame to assess the extent of the corrosion noted in both the July 2026 pass and the July 2026 failure. The record also indicates recurring issues with suspension components, specifically steering rack gaiters in 2025 and various anti-roll bar linkages and ball joints across 2024 and 2026. The recent repair to the nearside rear suspension arm should be verified. The presence of a fluid leak near the fuel tank noted in June 2024 and the major exhaust leak flagged in July 2026 warrant careful examination of the fuel system and exhaust integrity. Additionally, the repeated advisories regarding headlamp lens deterioration suggest that while not currently a failure point, the clarity of the lighting units remains a persistent issue. buying_score: 42 risk_level: High.

Y20 AYE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2026
  • 215,645 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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Y20 AYE Mileage History

  1. 20/06/2024202,123 mi
  2. 28/07/2025208,720 mi+6,597 mi
  3. 29/07/2025208,772 mi+52 mi
  4. 17/07/2026216,213 mi+7,441 mi
  5. 30/07/2026215,645 mi-568 mi

Average of roughly 6,413 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

Y20 AYE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Aug 2026, 03:49
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo Xc90 (Y20 AYE) between June 2024 and July 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 30 July 2026 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: Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Steering (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 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: “Nearside Rear Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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