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Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A. Check any Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A by registration number below.

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95.5%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.7%

vs Volvo Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A has an average MOT pass rate of 95.5%, which is 7.7 percentage points above the Volvo brand average of 87.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. If you are preparing your Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A 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 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A, 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 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 663 vehicles

96.1%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.5%

Retest Rate

3.8%

Mileage at 3yr

38k mi

2020

Based on 577 vehicles

93.4%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

9.2%

Mileage at 3yr

35k mi

0

Based on 224 vehicles

96.9%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Mileage at 5yr

22k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A

The most common reasons a Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre seriously damaged

2.6%
2

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.7%
Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

1.5%

Rear Offside

1.2%

Front Nearside

1.1%

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

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See detailed fault analysis for Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A

Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A is 95.5% 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 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A?
The most common MOT failures on the Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A are: A tyre seriously damaged (2.6%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 95.5%, the Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A 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 Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A?
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 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A?
Typical mileage for the Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A: 38,118 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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