2010 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · 5700 PL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the car passed its August 2025 test at 163,341 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior involving multiple critical defects. The most recent record shows play in the steering rack inner joints and the anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, which were subsequently rectified. This suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by an MOT failure rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 163,341 miles, the XC90 has averaged approximately 10,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a heavy SUV of this age. The mileage data shows consistent annual progression, with roughly 6,100 miles driven between August 2024 and August 2025, and approximately 7,400 miles between August 2023 and August 2024. This steady usage suggests the vehicle is used regularly, but the high mileage places significant stress on heavy-duty components such as the suspension geometry and drivetrain assemblies. A buyer must pay close attention to the front suspension and steering assembly. The 2025 failure highlighted steering rack inner joint play, which is a common wear item on Volvos of this era and can affect handling and precision. The 2024 advisory regarding oil misting on nearside front shock absorbers indicates the beginning of seal failure; these should be inspected for active leaks or degraded damping. Furthermore, the recurring failure of tyres due to nails and cord exposure in 2025 suggests a lack of basic pre-trip inspections by the owner. The electronic braking system requires a thorough check following the TC light fault recorded in the August 2025 failure. While the vehicle passed now, any intermittent faults in the ABS or stability modules can lead to expensive repairs if left ignored. Given the age and mileage, a physical inspection should also check for structural corrosion on the undercarriage and the condition of the rubber bushings, as these were not explicitly detailed in the MOT records but are typical points of failure at this mileage.