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BX18 SXL

2018 Volvo V90

Blue Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,797 mi
Last recorded131,797 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volvo V9050,122 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX18 SXL
MakeVolvo
ModelV90
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 131,797 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2026 131,797 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 118,296 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 29 May 2025 118,295 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2024 98,620 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 98,620 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 May 2023 84,236 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 71,386 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 58,108 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

How Reliable is the Volvo V90?

Based on 76,185 MOT tests across 11,167 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
8,738
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
11,167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 783
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 461
parking brake recording little or no effort 429
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 393
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 376
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BX18 SXL is a 2018 Volvo V90 in Blue with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Volvo V90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 50,122 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo V90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 783 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX18 SXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V90 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 8 years old, this Volvo V90 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BX18 SXL registered?

BX18 SXL is a 2018 Volvo V90, first registered on 5 March 2018.

Is BX18 SXL safe to buy?

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