2010 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · YD10 KAJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear and deferred preventative maintenance. The most recent test in November 2025 at 182,571 miles flagged multiple suspension arm bushes across both axles and a severely deteriorated driveshaft boot. While the vehicle passed, the persistence of these issues across several years suggests that the owner is performing only the minimum requirements to pass testing rather than addressing the underlying component degradation. At 182,571 miles, this 16-year-old Volvo has averaged approximately 11,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a large SUV of this age. The data shows consistent operation, with roughly 6,700 miles covered between the October 2024 and November 2025 tests, and another 7,200 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests. This steady mileage places significant stress on heavy-duty components, explaining the recurring failures in rubberized parts noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front and rear suspension geometry, as the record shows worn arm pins and bushes appearing in 2024 and 2025. The offside front driveshaft boot requires immediate attention to prevent grease loss and eventual joint failure, as it has been flagged as severely deteriorated for two consecutive tests. Furthermore, the brake discs showed pitting and scoring in 2025, following previous warnings about deteriorated brake hoses in 2023, indicating the braking system is nearing an overhaul. The electronic stability control fault from the 2023 failure should also be verified to ensure it was properly rectified and is not a recurring electrical issue.