2005 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · SW55 AEF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the record indicates a pattern of immediate rectification following MOT failures. The most recent test on 25 October 2023 at 193,501 miles passed with no defects, following a failure recorded just two days prior at 193,499 miles. This suggests the previous owner was proactive in addressing mechanical non-compliance to secure a certificate, and the vehicle has maintained a clean record across the most recent three successful testing cycles. At 193,501 miles, this XC90 has averaged approximately 9,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 21-year-old SUV. The mileage data shows consistent annual accumulation, with roughly 7,500 miles covered between October 2021 and 2022, and approximately 8,000 miles between October 2022 and 2023. This regular usage generally suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing which often leads to seal degradation or internal corrosion in the braking and fuel systems systems. Despite the clean MOT history in recent years, the high mileage demands a rigorous physical inspection of the heavy-duty components. A buyer should specifically check for wear on the front suspension control arms, bushes, and coil springs, which frequently fail at this mileage interval. The structural integrity of the chassis must be examined for corrosion, particularly in areas common to older Volvo models of this era. Given the vehicle is nearly 200,000 miles, verifying the condition of the brake calipers and checking for drivetrain fluid leaks is essential to ensure no hidden mechanical issues exist that the MOT test did not capture.