2005 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · DF05 JOH
2005 Volvo XC90 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 18 Aug 2005. Recorded mileage 163,359 miles. MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC90
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 163,359 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DF05 JOH Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/12/2025
- 163,359 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DF05 JOH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo Xc90 (DF05 JOH) between September 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
DF05 JOH Mileage History
- 02/09/2022138,515 mi
- 06/11/2023147,506 mi+8,991 mi
- 12/11/2024156,048 mi+8,542 mi
- 15/12/2025163,359 mi+7,311 mi
Average of roughly 7,561 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo XC90 (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- AWD / DEM module failureModerate
Haldex pump or DEM faults can quietly disable the rear axle, leaving the XC90 driving like a front-wheel-drive car until traction is really needed.
- Automatic gearbox wearSerious
Heavy towing and long service intervals can leave the automatic box flaring, thumping or slipping under load.
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