2011 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · YP61 GZK

The vehicle holds a valid MOT certificate, but the test is nearly a year old relative to the current date, having been passed on 8 July 2025. The maintenance trend has shifted noticeably from stable to deteriorating, as the tester passed the car only twelve days after a failure caused by excessively worn front suspension arm bushes on both sides. Although the suspension issues were rectified, the record lists advisories for rear brake disc wear, a minor engine oil leak, and front tyres worn on the outer edges. This pattern suggests the previous owner deferred necessary maintenance until the test became critical. Mileage accumulation has accelerated recently compared to the vehicle's long-term average. Between May 2024 and July 2025, the odometer increased by approximately 13,354 miles, moving from 83,820 to 97,174. This spike in usage contrasts with the lower annual mileage seen earlier in the car's life and likely contributed to the rapid degradation of the front tyres and suspension components noted during the 2025 tests. A potential buyer must prioritise a close inspection of the front suspension geometry and braking system. The failure on 26 June 2025 specifically cited excessively worn front bushes on both suspension arms, which can cause poor handling and tyre wear, evidenced by the outer-edge tyre wear recorded in the same month. You should verify that the replacement bushes were fitted with quality parts and check for any play in the steering. Examine the engine bay for the source of the oil leak noted in the 2025 advisories and measure the thickness of the rear brake discs, as they were already reported as worn nearly a year ago.