2009 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · AV58 WSE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the MOT history indicates a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear on the braking system. The most recent test in October 2025 at 165,553 miles showed a parking brake that barely met the legal efficiency threshold. This follows a similar result in November 2024 where the hand brake recorded a marginal 16% efficiency. While the car continues to pass, these recurring narrow margins suggest the braking system is nearing a point of requiring professional intervention. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. Between November 2021 and October 2025, the car covered 28,334 miles, representing a steady rate of use. There are no significant gaps in the testing history to suggest long periods of neglect or neglect, though the cumulative mileage of over 165,000 miles places high stress on the rubber components and structural integrity of the XC90 chassis. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking hardware. The tester flagged play in the offside front anti-roll bar ball joint in 2024, and corrosion on rear suspension components was noted in 2023. Although these did not cause failures at the time, the presence of rust on suspension members at this age requires close monitoring for structural thinning. Given the marginal parking brake performance, a mechanic should inspect the cables, adjusters, and calipers for seizing or leaks to ensure the system is not nearing a total failure.