2008 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · MK57 RZF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent MOT test in December 2022 at 159,358 miles resulted in a pass following a failure just eleven miles prior. This failure highlighted critical safety issues including an illegal offside front tyre with structural damage and insufficient parking brake efficiency. While the vehicle passed the subsequent retest, the recurring faults suggest the owner only addresses mechanical defects when necessary to pass the annual inspection. The recorded mileage of 159,358 miles over 18 years averages to approximately 8,853 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a large family SUV. However, there is a significant gap in the data between December 2020 and November 2021, during which the vehicle covered over 3,000 miles. The lack of MOT records for the last three years relative to the current date of June 2026 is a major concern, as it suggests the vehicle has been driven or aged significantly without a professional safety assessment. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system, as pitted and scored discs have been flagged consistently since November 2021. The parking brake failure noted in 2020 requires a physical check to ensure the cables and mechanisms are not seized or stretched. Additionally, the bonnet struts were identified as weak in both 2021 and 2022 and should be replaced to prevent the bonnet from falling. Given the age and the inner tyre wear noted in 2021, a thorough check of the suspension geometry and bushings is essential to rule out costly misalignment or premature component failure.