2014 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · LF14 LWK

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history reveals a consistent trend of brake component degradation. The most recent test in August 2025 at 70,371 miles flagged pitting and scoring on both offside and nearside rear brake discs. While these did not result in a failure, they represent a recurring issue seen across multiple annual inspections, suggesting a pattern of corrosion or surface wear that is likely exacerbated by the vehicle's low-mileage profile. The mileage pattern is notably low for a twelve-year-old Volvo, averaging approximately 5,864 miles per year. The data shows steady, incremental use, with the car covering roughly 3,900 miles between August 2024 and 2025, and another 3,817 miles between 2023 and 2024. This low usage often prevents mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it frequently leads to surface rust on metal components like discs, which aligns with the persistent disc issues noted in the record. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system, as the history shows pitted front discs in 2022 and pitted rear discs in 2023 and 2025. The buyer must check for uneven pad thickness and ensure the calipers are not seizing due to inactivity. Additionally, the 2024 advisories regarding worn front tyres reaching the legal limit indicate a potential alignment issue or uneven wear that should be verified physically. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also examine the rubber-based suspension bushes and bushings for cracking, as these components often age faster than they wear out through use.