2003 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · EJ52 SYH
2003 Volvo XC90 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 10 Feb 2003. Recorded mileage 189,606 miles. MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC90
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 189,606 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EJ52 SYH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/11/2025
- 189,606 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EJ52 SYH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volvo Xc90 (EJ52 SYH) between October 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
EJ52 SYH Mileage History
- 31/10/2022163,478 mi
- 13/11/2023170,034 mi+6,556 mi
- 19/11/2024180,171 mi+10,137 mi
- 19/11/2025189,533 mi+9,362 mi
- 25/11/2025189,606 mi+73 mi
Average of roughly 8,513 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo XC90 (Gen 1)
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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.
- Front suspension arm and top mount wearModerate
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