2023 Volvo XC90 + B5 Mhev AWD Auto 2.0L Electric diesel · GAR 337H

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on 23 February 2026, but the MOT history reveals a lack of proactive preventative maintenance. While the car passed its most recent inspection, the failure just two days prior indicates a reactive approach to vehicle upkeep. The maintenance trend is currently classified as corrective rather than preventative, as the owner only addressed critical tyre defects once they resulted in a formal failure at the official DVSA test. At a recorded 29,640 miles, the XC90 has averaged approximately 9,880 miles per year over its three-year lifespan. This aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a premium SUV, suggesting the drivetrain and mechanical components have not been subjected to excessive stress. The short interval between the failure on 21 February at 29,638 miles and the pass on 23 February at 29,640 miles shows the vehicle was driven minimally to rectify the faults. A buyer must inspect the rear alignment and suspension geometry due to the uneven edge-wear noted on the nearside rear tyre in late February 2026. This pattern often points to incorrect camber settings or worn suspension bushes and control arm bushings. The failure on the offside rear tyre for a deep cut reaching the cords suggests potential impact damage from kerbs, which warrants a thorough check of the remaining tyres for structural sidewall damage or bulges.