2016 Volvo XC90 2.0L Hybrid electric · NJ16 OVS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 114,296 miles, the failure just one day prior highlights a lapse in basic inspections. The trend shows a pattern where critical safety components are only addressed once they reach legal failure limits. The appearance of a non-excessive oil leak in the latest pass suggests the development of a persistent issue that requires monitoring to ensure it does not escalate. The mileage progression is consistent with typical usage for a premium large SUV, averaging approximately 11,400 miles per year over the ten-year period. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the vehicle covered 16,424 miles, indicating a period of higher-than average use. The subsequent 18,558 miles recorded between the 2024 and 2025 tests show a continued high-mileage trend. This consistent accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly for long distances, which typically places predictable strain on heavy-duty suspension components and braking systems. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension, as the track rod end ball joints failed with excessive play in both 2023 and 2025. The recurrence of this fault, despite potential repairs, suggests either poor quality work or the use of sub-standard replacement parts. The braking system also shows recurring wear issues, with thin pads noted on the rear in 2023 and the front in 2025. A physical check of the disc surfaces for thinning or binding calipers is necessary to ensure the system is now properly maintained. The 2025 failure also highlighted significant neglect regarding tyre condition, with multiple tyres reaching the legal limit or sustaining structural damage through cuts. While these were likely replaced prior to the pass, the presence of such defects indicates the previous owner ignored basic safety checks until the MOT test. Any prospective buyer should verify the current age and tread depth of all tyres and check for uneven wear patterns that would indicate persistent alignment issues following the reported track rod failures.