2013 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · OU63 ADZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a consistent pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 204,217 miles passed with no defects, it followed a significant failure just one day prior. That failure highlighted critical safety issues, including front brake pads and discs worn beyond legal limits and a bald tyre. The trend remains stable in its level of neglect, as the owner consistently fails to address mechanical and lighting faults until they result in an MOT failure. At 13 years old, the vehicle has covered 204,217 miles, averaging approximately 15,700 miles per year. This high-use profile places significant strain on the heavy chassis of the Volvo XC90. Between September 2021 and September 2025, the car covered nearly 78,000 miles, indicating consistent long-distance use. This rapid mileage accumulation explains the frequent failures regarding consumables such as tyres and braking components, which appear to be run to the end of their life shortly before each annual inspection. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension components. The record shows recurring issues with thin brake pads and worn discs, specifically noted in 2019 and 2025, which suggests the braking assembly may be prone to uneven wear. The 2023 failure for parking brake efficiency below 50 percent indicates that the handbrake mechanism or cables may require adjustment or replacement. Given the history of tyre failures and structural bulges, the current state of all four tyres and the integrity of the suspension bushings should be verified closely. Lighting and visibility have also been recurring issues, with failures for bulbs, reflectors, and wiper blades appearing across multiple years. These minor faults point to a general lack of attention to basic vehicle upkeep. The buyer should also check for corrosion on the undercarriage and exhaust mounts, as high-mileage SUVs of this age often suffer from structural degradation that is not fully captured in a standard MOT inspection.