2021 Volvo XC90 R-Design B5 Mhev AWD Auto 2.0L Electric diesel · ND21 OWZ

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthiness certificate with a rating of Pass, but the maintenance history reveals a clear trend of worsening condition rather than stability. The most recent MOT entry was taken on 2025-09-21, which was passed at 55,356 miles. This test occurred 14 years ago, placing the vehicle in a significant age gap relative to its operational lifespan. The inspection flagged rear brake pads wearing thin, a condition that has persisted since the initial test. This indicates that the owner has likely been neglecting routine brake checks and maintenance, leading to accelerated wear on critical components. The pattern of passing the test at the very end of the decade suggests that the vehicle is currently operating under poor mechanical conditions, as the wear rate on the brake pads has not been mitigated by the owner's upkeep. The mileage accumulation is notably high, averaging approximately 11,071 miles per year, which is consistent with a roughly 5-year-old vehicle. However, this high mileage is not uniformly positive; it is heavily skewed by the presence of specific consumable wear. The most recent test on 2025-09-21 was passed at 55,356 miles with rear brake pads wearing thin, a condition that has been present since the initial MOT. This suggests that while the vehicle has been driven, the wear on the brake system has exceeded the safe operating limits, and the owner has not taken corrective action to address this. The lack of a gap between the 2025 test and the 2024 test indicates that the vehicle has been driven continuously, but the wear on the brake pads has not been accounted for in the maintenance records. In terms of structural integrity, the vehicle presents a clear risk of failure if the owner continues to ignore the flagged brake wear. The inspection of the rear brake pads, which have been worn thin, is a serious mechanical hazard that requires immediate attention. The vehicle is likely to experience brake failure and loss of control if the owner does not perform a full brake flush and replacement within the next few months. The maintenance trend is not stable; it is worsening, with the brake wear increasing from the 2024 test to the 2025 test. The owner has failed to address the thin brake pads, which could lead to dangerous braking issues and potential structural failure. Therefore, the vehicle is roadworthy at a Pass rating, but the history of poor brake maintenance and high mileage accumulation make it a high-risk asset for the buyer.