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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volvo Xc 40. Check any Xc 40 by registration number below.

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99.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+11.5%

vs Volvo Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Volvo Xc 40 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volvo Xc 40 has an average MOT pass rate of 99.2%, which is 11.5 percentage points above the Volvo brand average of 87.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Xc 40 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Volvo Xc 40, 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 Xc 40 performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 177 vehicles

99.4%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%

2020

Based on 193 vehicles

98.4%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Mileage at 5yr

105k mi

2019

Based on 110 vehicles

99.1%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Mileage at 5yr

91k mi

2018

Based on 52 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Mileage at 5yr

81k mi

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 Xc 40

Volvo Xc 40 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volvo Xc 40 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc 40?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc 40 is 99.2% 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 Xc 40?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Volvo Xc 40 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 99.2%, the Volvo Xc 40 is rated as "Excellent" 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 Xc 40?
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 Xc 40?
Typical mileage for the Volvo Xc 40: 104,738 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Xc 40 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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