2011 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · LS11 XWJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the MOT history reveals a reactive maintenance pattern rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in May 2026 passed at 172,061 miles, it followed a significant failure just one day prior. The trend shows recurring mechanical issues, specifically regarding the front suspension and parking brake system, which have appeared across multiple tests over the last two years. This suggests the current owner only addresses faults when necessary to pass the annual inspection. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per year. Between the June 2024 test at 158,457 miles and the May 2025 test at 165,194 miles, the car covered roughly 7,000 miles. This steady usage indicates regular operation. However, the high mileage of 172,000 miles places significant stress on heavy-duty components like this Volvo, which is evidenced by the repeated suspension failures noted in the record. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front suspension assembly. The record flags the nearside front inner suspension arm bushes as excessively worn in 2026, following a split noted in 2024. A buyer should check the opposite side for similar wear and verify if the oil misting on the nearside upper shock absorber noted in 2024 has progressed to a leak. The parking brake also failed efficiency requirements in both 2025 and 2026, indicating the mechanical linkage or cables likely require urgent adjustment or replacement to ensure safe stopping.