2018 Volvo V90 2.0L Diesel · 5 ESX
2018 Volvo V90 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24 May 2018. Recorded mileage 90,249 miles. MOT valid until 24 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V90
- Year / Origin
- 2018
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,249 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
5 ESX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2026
- 90,249 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for Volvo V90 (SPA)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
5 ESX Mileage History
- 10/05/202352,842 mi
- 03/05/202460,404 mi+7,562 mi
- 09/05/202572,360 mi+11,956 mi
- 26/05/202690,249 mi+17,889 mi
- 26/05/202690,249 mi
Average of roughly 12,282 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
5 ESX 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 2018 Volvo V90 (5 ESX) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
Common Problems: VOLVO V90
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- ERAD (Electric Rear Axle Drive) Coolant Ingress & Bearing Failure(Serious)
On T8 Twin Engine and Recharge models, internal coolant seal leaks in the rear electric motor housing can cause bearing failure and high-voltage electrical shorts.
- D4/D5 PowerPulse Compressed Air Hose Rupture(Moderate)
The PowerPulse air hose delivering compressed air into the turbocharger exhaust manifold can split, producing a hissing sound and sluggish low-end torque.
- Sunroof Drain Blockage & Passenger Footwell Water Ingress(Serious)
The rubber drain tubes for the panoramic sunroof can become blocked with dirt or dislodge, discharging rainwater directly into the front footwells and soaking wiring harnesses.
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- ERAD (Electric Rear Axle Drive) Coolant Ingress & Bearing FailureSerious
On T8 Twin Engine and Recharge models, internal coolant seal leaks in the rear electric motor housing can cause bearing failure and high-voltage electrical shorts.
- D4/D5 PowerPulse Compressed Air Hose RuptureModerate
The PowerPulse air hose delivering compressed air into the turbocharger exhaust manifold can split, producing a hissing sound and sluggish low-end torque.
- Sunroof Drain Blockage & Passenger Footwell Water IngressSerious
The rubber drain tubes for the panoramic sunroof can become blocked with dirt or dislodge, discharging rainwater directly into the front footwells and soaking wiring harnesses.
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