2003 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · OY53 HWP

The vehicle currently fails to meet the roadworthiness standard, and the MOT record indicates a deteriorating maintenance trend rather than a stable one. The most recent test on 2025-06-30 was passed at 168,849 miles, which is consistent with the vehicle's age of 23 years. However, the pattern of failures suggests a worsening condition rather than a stable one. The 2024-07-01 test failed at 166,480 miles, and the 2023-06-12 test failed at 164,476 miles, indicating that the vehicle has not been fully serviced since the 2022-06-21 test. This sequence of failures demonstrates that the vehicle's mechanical integrity is declining. Mileage accumulation appears to be the primary driver of this decline, with the 2022-06-21 test occurring at 159,518 miles. The vehicle has not been serviced since approximately 2021, leading to significant wear on critical components. The 2021-06-21 test failed at the same mileage, confirming that the braking system and structural integrity have degraded. The 2020-06-21 test failed at 156,718 miles, which is a gap of 2,800 miles, suggesting that the vehicle was not maintained for a full year between the 2021 and 2022 tests. This lack of a full service interval between 2021 and 2022 is a critical red flag, as it implies that the vehicle was likely driven without proper lubrication or component replacement. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural and mechanical risks at the 2022-06-21 test, which failed at 159,518 miles. The record flags a corroded rear subframe and a corroded brake hose, both of which indicate significant corrosion issues that may require repair. The 2023-06-12 test also flagged a corroded rear subframe, which is a serious structural issue that could lead to failure. The brake disc is worn and scored on the front and rear, and the suspension components have slight play, suggesting that the suspension bushings and ball joints may need replacement. The 2024-07-01 test flagged a failed parking brake efficiency, which indicates that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. These recurring faults, particularly the corrosion on the subframe and the worn brake discs, represent serious mechanical risks that must be addressed before the vehicle can be sold.