2016 Volvo XC90 2.0L Diesel · D28 RCC

The vehicle holds a current MOT certificate valid until July 2026, following a clean pass at 145,285 miles on 23 July 2025. The maintenance record appears remarkably clean, with no mechanical advisories or failures recorded across the last three annual inspections. While the vehicle failed its initial test attempts in both 2024 and 2025, the lack of recorded defects suggests these were likely administrative issues or minor rectifications performed on-site rather than systemic mechanical failures. The overall roadworthiness trend is stable, indicating that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that consistently meets the basic requirements for road use. The recorded mileage of 145,285 miles over a ten-year period averages approximately 14,500 miles per annum, which sits above the typical UK usage profile. The accumulation of mileage remains consistent, with an increase of roughly 18,000 miles between July 2023 and July 2024, followed by a similar increase of 18,136 miles leading into the July 2025 test. This steady usage pattern suggests the vehicle has been used primarily for consistent long-distance motorway driving rather than short, stop-start urban cycles, which often places less strain on the clutch, gearbox, and engine cooling systems. Despite the absence of formal MOT advisories, the high mileage necessitates a rigorous physical inspection of wear-prone components that the MOT test does not fully evaluate. You should prioritise checking the condition of the air suspension system, as these units frequently require attention on high-mileage XC90 models of this vintage. Inspect the lower control arm bushes and ball joints for play, as these components often show signs of fatigue at this mileage even if they have not yet reached the threshold for an MOT failure. Verify the service history for evidence of transmission fluid changes and timing belt replacement, as these are critical maintenance items that fall outside the scope of the annual MOT test but are essential for the longevity of this specific drivetrain.