2009 Volvo XC90 2.4L Diesel · YS59 KCK

The most recent MOT from November 2025 resulted in a pass, but it highlighted several emerging concerns regarding the suspension and braking system. There is a clear and recurring pattern of wear across the vehicle's chassis. In 2022, the front suspension arm pins and bushes were flagged as worn. By the most recent test in 2025, this issue had shifted to the rear, with both the nearside and offside rear suspension arm pins or bushes now showing wear. This suggests a gradual degradation of the rubber components throughout the suspension system. The parking brake is another persistent area of concern. It caused a failure in 2022 and has been noted as having minimum efficiency or requirements in 2023 and 2025. The fact that this continues to be flagged as a marginal pass indicates that the handbrake is operating at the limit of legality and may require a full overhaul. With 160,550 miles over 17 years, the mileage is typical for its age. This level of consistent use means you should expect standard wear on all major consumables, drivetrain components, and suspension bushings, which is evidenced by the MOT history.