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2018 Volvo V90 2.0L Diesel · NA18 BXM

NA18 BXM

2018 Volvo V90 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Jul 2018. Recorded mileage 64,887 miles. MOT expired on 06 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
VOLVO V90
Year / Origin
2018 · Newcastle
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 06 Nov 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
64,887 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 06 Nov 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1969cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent MOT history. The October 2025 test at 64,887 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a period of minor consumable wear noted in the November 2024 test, suggesting that the maintenance of wear-and-tear items has been addressed. The absence of recurring mechanical or structural failures indicates a consistent level of upkeep over the last several years. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical usage for an eight-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 8,111 miles per year, showing a steady progression from 19,347 miles in October 2021 to the current 64,887 miles. The data shows a significant increase in usage between the October 2023 test at 38,373 miles and the November 2024 test at 53,511 miles, representing roughly 15,000 miles in thirteen months. This indicates a shift toward higher annual mileage, though it remains within reasonable parameters for this vehicle type. A prospective buyer should focus on the condition of the braking system and tyres. The November 2024 inspection flagged thin brake linings on both the central front and central rear assemblies, alongside front tyres worn close to the legal limit or on the edges. While the 2025 pass suggests these were replaced or serviced, a physical inspection of the remaining brake pad thickness and disc surface condition is advisable. The 2022 failure involving deep cuts to the tyre cords also highlights a history of potential impact damage or poor tyre management. Beyond the recorded consumables, the clean passes in 2023 and 2025 suggest no underlying issues with suspension components, exhaust emissions, or structural integrity. However, given the increased mileage seen in the latter half of the record, checking the condition of suspension bushes and shock absorbers would be a prudent step to ensure the vehicle's handling remains consistent with its service history.
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NA18 BXM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/10/2025
  • 64,887 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

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NA18 BXM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Jul 2026, 03:16
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volvo V90 (NA18 BXM) between September 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 24 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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: “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.

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NA18 BXM Mileage History

  1. 07/09/202227,331 mi
  2. 08/09/202227,331 mi
  3. 09/10/202338,373 mi+11,042 mi
  4. 07/11/202453,511 mi+15,138 mi
  5. 24/10/202564,887 mi+11,376 mi

Average of roughly 12,003 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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