2016 Volvo XC90 2.0L Diesel · 102 ST
2016 Volvo XC90 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 17 Dec 2016. Recorded mileage 62,205 miles. MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC90
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,205 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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102 ST Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/12/2025
- 62,205 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
102 ST MOT History
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 2016 Volvo Xc90 (102 ST) between December 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 December 2025 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 (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Offside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
102 ST Mileage History
- 06/12/202348,300 mi
- 08/12/202348,301 mi+1 mi
- 02/12/202456,498 mi+8,197 mi
- 02/12/202562,204 mi+5,706 mi
- 04/12/202562,205 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 6,967 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution — this XC90 has mul
The steering and suspension items flagged in both the 2023 and 2025 MOT tests are the priority conversation point with any seller. The nearside front track rod end ball joint appeared as an advisory in December 2023, worsened to a failure by December 2025, and the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint followed the same pattern — a classic sign the front end needs renewal rather than isolated repairs. Budget at least £500–£900 for a full front suspension refresh including both track rod ends and lower arm ball joints, plus two front tyres if the replacements fitted at the December 2025 test are budget items.
The December 2025 failure also included a damaged rear seat belt webbing (offside rear) with a cut greater than 2mm. A replacement seat belt assembly is required before the vehicle can be legally driven with rear passengers — confirm whether this has been rectified since the retest pass. Inspect the rear seat belts visually and ask for receipts. Also verify the missing offside rear passenger seat noted on the December 2025 pass advisory; this may simply be a removable bench seat but worth clarifying if you need seven seats.
The 2.0 D5 diesel returns roughly 40–45 mpg on a mix of journeys, dropping to around 32–36 mpg in town. Annual fuel cost for a typical 8,000-mile year is approximately £1,400–£1,700 at current diesel prices. Road tax sits in band G–H for this generation, costing around £210–£240 per year. Insurance group 36–38 means premiums of £600–£900 for most drivers, higher for younger motorists.
Maintenance costs are heavier than average due to the complexity of the SPA platform — a main dealer service is £350–£500, with independent specialists around £200–£300. Timing belt replacement (if due on mileage) is a £600–£800 job. Realistic annual running cost combining fuel, tax, insurance and maintenance is £2,400–£2,800.
Start with the front suspension on a lift or with the wheels off the ground — grab the tyres at 3 and 9 o'clock and rock to check for play in the track rod ends and lower arms, exactly as the MOT tester did. Pay particular attention to the nearside front, which has now failed twice. Also inspect the rear seat belt webbing on both sides for cuts, fraying or stiffness — Volvo replacement belts are around £150–£250 fitted each.
Check the tyres carefully: the December 2025 failure cited both front tyres as worn on the edge, suggesting either camber issue, alignment problems, or simply worn components. Uneven shoulder wear across a fresh set of tyres can hint at worn bushes. Beyond the MOT items, the XC90 D5 is known for EGR valve and diesel particulate filter issues around the 60,000-mile mark, so check for warning lights and ask whether the DPF has been force-regenerated or replaced. Test all seven seats fit securely and confirm the missing offside rear seat is just a removable item.
This 2016 Volvo XC90 in white is a 2.0-litre D5 diesel, first registered in December 2016. The MOT history shows three tests passed and two failed within the 2023–2025 period, with the most recent failure on 2 December 2025 (passed on retest two days later). Mileage of 62,205 miles is below the model average of 8,332 miles per year (around 75,000 miles expected), so it has been driven less than typical. Recurring front suspension ball joint and track rod end wear is the standout concern across two consecutive tests.
The Volvo XC90 has an 80.2% MOT pass rate across 67,571 records analysed, which is broadly average for a large premium SUV of this age. Headlamp and parking brake issues are the most common failure reasons at model level, neither of which appeared on this specific vehicle.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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