2007 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · YB07 YVF

The most recent MOT from November 2025 resulted in a pass, but it carries several warnings that indicate the vehicle is entering a phase of significant wear. There are active advisories for an oil leak, rear sub-frame corrosion, a worn rear tyre, and worn front inner suspension arm bushes. There is a clear and recurring pattern of failure regarding the steering and suspension systems. Since 2022, there has been consistent evidence of play in the steering rack and worn suspension bushes. In September 2024, the vehicle failed its MOT due to excessively worn rear trailing arm bushes and significant play in the steering rack inner joints. While some of these were repaired to achieve a pass, the reappearance of worn front suspension bushes in the latest test suggests a trend of ongoing deterioration. The braking system has also shown signs of age-related decay. In 2024, all four brake hoses were noted as deteriorated, and the parking brake efficiency dropped below 50 percent, leading to a test failure. While these issues were addressed for the subsequent pass, the history shows the parking brake had already been flagged as barely meeting the minimum standard a year prior. The overall condition trend is worsening.