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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volvo Hearse. Check any Hearse by registration number below.

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77.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-9.9%

vs Volvo Avg

2

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Volvo Hearse — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volvo Hearse has an average MOT pass rate of 77.8%, which is 9.9 percentage points below the Volvo brand average of 87.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Hearse on the road.

Before buying a used Volvo Hearse, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volvo Hearse performs at MOT across different model years.

1997

Based on 31 vehicles

61.3%Below Average
Volvo average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

100.0%

0

Based on 18 vehicles

94.4%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Mileage at 5yr

62k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

22.6%

Offside

12.9%

Rear Offside

12.9%

Other Volvo Models

Compare MOT reliability across Volvo models.

Volvo V90 R-design T6 Recharge Awd A

80.8% pass rate

Volvo V60 Momentum + D3 Auto

86.8% pass rate

Volvo V60

82.5% pass rate

Volvo Xc60 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A

92.4% pass rate

Volvo C30 1,6

91.8% pass rate

Volvo 850

92.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volvo Hearse

Volvo Hearse — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volvo Hearse MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo Hearse?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volvo Hearse is 77.8% compared to the Volvo average of 87.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volvo Hearse?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Volvo Hearse reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 77.8%, the Volvo Hearse is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Volvo Hearse?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Volvo Hearse?
Typical mileage for the Volvo Hearse: 61,557 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Hearse to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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