2017 Volvo S90 2.0L Diesel · KJ66 AXO

Suspension wear and a history of critical brake deterioration define the mechanical record of this vehicle. While it passed its most recent inspection on 2026-04-09, the appearance of play in the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint indicates the onset of wear in the chassis components. This follows a pattern of recurring brake and tyre advisories between 2022 and 2023, and a significant failure in 2020 due to dangerously worn pads on both axles. With 108,525 recorded miles over approximately nine years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 12,058 miles per year. This high annual accumulation suggests a usage profile dominated by regular, long-distance travel, which typically accelerates the wear of drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and braking consumables. The consistency of the annual testing intervals indicates the vehicle has remained in active use without significant periods of dormancy. A test drive should focus on the front end to evaluate the current state of the suspension and braking system. Listen for knocking or clicking sounds when traversing uneven road surfaces or during low-speed manoeuvring, which would indicate that the play in the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has progressed. Pay close attention to the brake pedal feel for any judder or pulsation under deceleration, which can be symptomatic of the pitted or scored front brake discs flagged in previous years. Further inspection should confirm that the front tyres have been replaced since the 2023 advisories regarding wear close to the legal limit. Given the previous dangerous failure for brake pad thickness and the repeated advisories for disc condition, a physical check of the remaining pad life and disc surface integrity is necessary. Additionally, the 2024 advisory regarding the underbody being covered suggests that a thorough visual inspection of the chassis and subframe for corrosion is required, as the tester was unable to fully assess these areas at that time.