2005 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · SW05 HBA
2005 Volvo XC90 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 22 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 158,169 miles. MOT expired on 24 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC90
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,169 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SW05 HBA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2025
- 158,169 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (24 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SW05 HBA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volvo Xc90 (SW05 HBA) between August 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (24 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Steering (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 60 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a bod”; “Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a bo”; “Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure Mounting Bolt Loose. (5.3.3 (a) (i))”.
SW05 HBA Mileage History
- 18/08/2023235,384 mi
- 23/09/2024242,620 mi+7,236 mi
- 26/09/2024242,621 mi+1 mi
- 03/09/2025157,898 mi-84,723 mi
- 16/09/2025158,169 mi+271 mi
Average of roughly -37,104 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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