2021 Volvo XC90 Rdesgn PRO T8 Rchrg AWD A 2.0L Hybrid electric · LS71 AEL

The most recent MOT on 2025-12-05 recorded two tyres with slight damage or perishing, both on the front outer sides. These were classified as minor defects (5.2.3 (d) (ii)), indicating surface-level cracking or aging. The vehicle passed, suggesting the issues were not severe enough to fail, but the recurring tyre problems highlight a pattern of wear that requires attention. A prior MOT on 2024-12-06 showed a critical failure: the nearside front tyre had exposed ply or cords, a serious safety risk. This defect was addressed before the next MOT, as the subsequent 2024-12-09 test passed with no recorded issues. The 2025-12-05 result shows a return of tyre-related concerns, though less severe, implying potential ongoing vulnerabilities in the tyres’ condition. The trend suggests a mixed picture. The critical tyre failure in 2024 was resolved, but the 2025 MOT indicates that tyre degradation has re-emerged. This could reflect either incomplete repairs, continued exposure to environmental factors, or inherent weaknesses in the tyres’ construction. The pattern does not clearly show worsening or improvement, but the recurrence of tyre issues warrants closer scrutiny.