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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd. Check any Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd by registration number below.

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84.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.0%

vs Volvo Avg

2

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd has an average MOT pass rate of 84.7%, which is 3.0 percentage points below the Volvo brand average of 87.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd, 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 Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 895 vehicles

90.8%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

9.5%

Mileage at 3yr

40k mi

0

Based on 28 vehicles

78.6%Good
Volvo average: 87.7%
Mileage at 5yr

20k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd

The most common reasons a Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre seriously damaged

2.4%
2

A tyre cords visible or damaged

1.2%
3

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

1.1%
Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

2.5%

Front Offside

2.2%

Front Nearside

1.8%

Other Volvo Models

Compare MOT reliability across Volvo models.

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80.8% pass rate

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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

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See detailed fault analysis for Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd

Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd is 84.7% 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 Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd?
The most common MOT failures on the Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd are: A tyre seriously damaged (2.4%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (1.2%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (1.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 84.7%, the Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd 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 Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd?
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 Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd?
Typical mileage for the Volvo Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd: 39,520 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Xc40 First Edition P8 Awd to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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