2005 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · EX05 TZB

The vehicle demonstrates an exceptionally stable maintenance trend, having secured five consecutive clean MOT passes between February 2022 and February 2026. The most recent test conducted on 24 February 2026 at 230,976 miles confirms the car is currently in a roadworthy condition with no recorded defects or advisories. This consistent performance over four years indicates that the vehicle has been subjected to diligent oversight and proactive servicing, effectively mitigating the risks typically associated with high-mileage examples of this age. The recorded mileage of 230,976 miles over a twenty-one-year period averages approximately 11,000 miles per annum, which aligns with standard usage patterns for a vehicle of this class. The testing intervals remain remarkably regular, showing no significant gaps or periods of prolonged inactivity that might otherwise lead to issues such as seized calipers, perished rubber seals, or fuel system degradation. The absence of any recorded advisories throughout this five-year window is statistically uncommon for a vehicle of this vintage and suggests that the previous owner prioritised preventative maintenance over reactive repairs. While the MOT history is clean, a physical inspection must focus on components that fall outside the scope of a standard test. You should prioritise checking the condition of the automatic transmission fluid and the integrity of the all-wheel-drive system, as these are common failure points for the XC90 at this mileage. Inspect the underside for any signs of surface corrosion on the subframes and check the suspension bushings for play, as these components often wear silently without triggering an MOT failure until they reach an advanced state of degradation. Given the clean test record, the primary concern remains the longevity of complex electronic modules and high-pressure fuel components that do not appear in DVSA data but remain critical to the long-term reliability of this engine platform.