2022 Volvo S90 R-Design T8 Recharge AWD A 2.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · Y21 JAV

The most recent MOT, carried out on 24 December 2025, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle met the statutory safety and emissions standards at that time. The only advisory in the recent history, logged on 19 February 2025, concerned the front tyres being close to the legal tread limit and showing edge wear. Apart from this tyre observation, the MOT record is clean, suggesting a generally stable maintenance pattern with no major mechanical failures reported over the past two years. At just under 50,000 miles after four full years, the S90 averages roughly 12,300 miles per annum, which is above the typical UK private‑car usage of around 8,000‑10,000 miles per year. This higher annual mileage points to more rapid consumption of wear items such as tyres, brake pads, and suspension components, and may also indicate a more aggressive driving style or frequent long‑distance journeys. There are no evident gaps in the recorded mileage, so the vehicle appears to have been in regular use rather than sitting idle for extended periods. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the tyre condition. Verify that the front tyres have at least 1.6 mm of tread across the central three‑quarter width and inspect the sidewalls for cracking, bulging, or signs of age‑related perishing, as the vehicle is now four years old. Uneven wear may reveal misaligned front suspension or worn steering rack bushings; a visual check of the front suspension arms, ball joints and lower control arm bushes for looseness or oil seepage is advisable. During a test drive, listen for any clunking or knocking when negotiating bumps, and feel for any pulling to one side, which would corroborate alignment or bush wear concerns. Also examine the brake discs and pads for excessive surface rust, glazing or uneven pad wear, and test for any pulsation or shudder under moderate braking, which could indicate warped discs or contaminated pads. Given the hybrid T8 power‑train, it is prudent to assess the high‑voltage battery health and the cooling system. Request a recent service record confirming that the coolant for the battery pack has been flushed according to Volvo’s interval, and ask for any diagnostic read‑outs that show the State‑of‑Health of the lithium‑ion pack. The conventional 12‑volt battery should be checked for cranking voltage and any signs of sulfation, especially if the car has spent periods idle. Finally, inspect all fluid levels – engine oil, brake fluid, and coolant – for correct colour and absence of particulates, and ensure that the timing belt or chain, as applicable to the V6 engine, has been serviced within the manufacturer’s mileage or time schedule. A thorough visual inspection of the under‑body for corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe and exhaust mounts, will round out a comprehensive pre‑purchase evaluation.