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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volvo P120. Check any P120 by registration number below.

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83.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.8%

vs Volvo Avg

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Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Volvo P120 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volvo P120 has an average MOT pass rate of 83.9%, which is 3.8 percentage points below the Volvo brand average of 87.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the P120 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Volvo P120, 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 P120 performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 93 vehicles

83.9%Good
Volvo average: 87.7%
Mileage at 5yr

42k mi

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See detailed fault analysis for Volvo P120

Volvo P120 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volvo P120 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo P120?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volvo P120 is 83.9% 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 P120?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Volvo P120 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 83.9%, the Volvo P120 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 P120?
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 P120?
Typical mileage for the Volvo P120: 41,877 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used P120 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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