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YY18 XLB

2018 Volvo XC90

Grey Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,168 mi
Last recorded58,168 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 Volvo XC9048,325 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY18 XLB
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 58,168 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Dec 2025 58,167 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1.8mm and cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 50,012 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 42,573 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 34,851 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 24,366 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 22,820 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 22,820 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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YY18 XLB is a 2018 Volvo XC90 in Grey with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 48,325 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 XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YY18 XLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 8 years old, this Volvo XC90 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YY18 XLB registered?

YY18 XLB is a 2018 Volvo XC90, first registered on 3 July 2018.

Is YY18 XLB safe to buy?

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