2015 Volvo XC90 2.0L Diesel · BT15 UGU

The most recent MOT in May 2026 passed but flagged the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint for slight play, which is the same advisory that has appeared every single year since 2022. The recurring pattern is unmistakable: front lower suspension arm ball joints on both sides have been noted for slight play across five consecutive MOTs. This strongly suggests the issue has never been properly repaired, or the vehicle's usage causes rapid wear in this area that returns quickly even after replacement. The trend for the suspension advisories looks stable rather than worsening, as the severity has remained at "slight play" throughout rather than escalating. However, persistence across five years is still concerning and points to either ongoing neglect or inherent high-mileage wear characteristics. The mileage context raises a serious red flag. While the overall average works out to roughly 14,406 miles per year, the annual progression reveals a dramatic anomaly: mileage jumped from 96,970 in May 2025 to 158,471 in May 2026, an increase of approximately 61,500 miles in just one year. Previous annual increases were around 9,000 to 15,000 miles, which are normal. This sudden spike is deeply suspicious and could indicate a data error or potential mileage manipulation. Treat this as a critical warning.