2020 Volvo XC90 R-Design B5 Mhev AWD Auto 2.0L Hybrid electric · B2 CYY

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, though the most recent inspection indicates a shift toward mechanical wear. While the car passed its test in November 2025 at 48,555 miles, it failed just four miles prior due to a supplementary restraint system warning lamp fault and play in both front suspension arm ball joints. Although the electronic fault appears to have been rectified for the pass, the appearance of suspension wear suggests that components are now reaching the end of their optimal service life. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 29,887 miles in November 2023 to 39,116 miles in October 2024, reaching 48,555 miles by the November 2025 test. This linear usage suggests the vehicle has been subjected to regular driving rather than long periods of stationary storage, which generally benefits the health of rubber-based suspension components and mechanical seals within the mild hybrid system. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry to assess the extent of the ball joint play. Since both the offside and nearside lower arms were flagged simultaneously, it is likely that the bushings or joints are degrading at a uniform rate. It is also essential to verify that the SRS airbag warning lamp remains extinguished on the instrument cluster to ensure the previous failure was properly repaired rather than merely masking an intermittent electrical fault. Given the low mileage, any further mechanical checks should focus on the integrity of the AWD system and the condition of the mild hybrid battery components.