2010 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · RO60 XUU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive prevention. The latest test in November 2025 at 238,425 miles showed a pass but noted that the parking brake efficiency barely met the legal threshold. This follows a significant period of instability in October 2023 when the vehicle failed initially due to multiple parking brake failures and brake hose deterioration. While the immediate faults were rectified, the recurring marginality of the braking performance suggests the system is reaching the end of its effective service life. At 238,425 miles over sixteen years, this XC90 has covered an average of nearly 15,000 miles per annum. The data shows consistent heavy usage, with 15,838 miles recorded between the November 2024 and November 2025 tests. This high mileage profile places extreme stress on heavy-duty components, particularly the suspension and drivetrain. The consistency of the annual testing suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which is generally preferable for high-mileage Volvos than long periods of standing that can cause seals to perish. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system and front suspension. The record flags a worn offside front suspension arm bush in 2024 and recurring issues with uneven tyre wear across multiple years, which often points to alignment problems or worn ball joints. The 2023 failure involving deteriorated brake hoses and inoperative rear parking brakes indicates that the mechanical linkages should be checked for seized mechanisms or internal corrosion. Furthermore, the exhaust leak noted in 2023 should be verified to ensure corrosion has not progressed into a structural failure of the manifold or silencer.