2009 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · AV59 OSX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test on March 28, 2026 at 217,632 miles shows a pass following a failure for an incorrect nearside front headlamp aim. While the current status shows no defects, the preceding years indicate recurring failures across critical safety and mechanical systems, suggesting that repairs are often only addressed when they prevent an MOT pass. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 217,632 miles represents high usage, averaging approximately 12,800 miles per year. This consistent mileage has placed significant stress on heavy-duty components. The data shows a steady rate of accumulation, such as the 11,600 miles covered between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 11,257 miles in the year leading to the latest test. This high mileage profile suggests the vehicle has been used for long distances, potentially accelerating wear on the drivetrain and suspension. A buyer must inspect the suspension geometry closely, as the record shows a history of worn control arm bushes and pins noted in 2018 and 2025. The braking system also requires a thorough check; the vehicle failed in early 2022 due to poor parking brake efficiency below 50% and had a damaged ABS ring in 2023. The minor exhaust leak noted in 2024 should also be verified to ensure it has not developed into a larger structural corrosion issue. The frequent advisories for tyres worn to the legal limit or on the edges across multiple years from 2019 to 2022 indicate a tendency toward delaying consumable maintenance. A physical inspection should check for uneven tyre wear which would explain the repeated edge wear patterns. Given the high mileage and the history of electronic stability control faults, a diagnostic scan of the vehicle modules and an inspection of the chassis integrity are essential before purchase.