2005 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · M5 PBR
2005 Volvo XC90 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 19 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 136,946 miles. MOT expired on 07 Oct 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC90
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,946 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M5 PBR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 10/10/2025
- 136,946 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M5 PBR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo Xc90 (M5 PBR) between November 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 October 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted Twisted to the point that the hose is resting against the suspension arm an”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn ball joint is separate from arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
M5 PBR Mileage History
- 16/11/2022127,917 mi
- 09/10/2023128,318 mi+401 mi
- 03/10/2024131,529 mi+3,211 mi
- 03/10/2024131,529 mi
- 10/10/2025136,946 mi+5,417 mi
Average of roughly 3,114 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo XC90 (Gen 1)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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- AWD / DEM module failureModerate
Haldex pump or DEM faults can quietly disable the rear axle, leaving the XC90 driving like a front-wheel-drive car until traction is really needed.
- Automatic gearbox wearSerious
Heavy towing and long service intervals can leave the automatic box flaring, thumping or slipping under load.
- Front suspension arm and top mount wearModerate
The heavy nose wears front bushes, top mounts and drop links, giving the familiar XC90 knock over poor UK roads.
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