Volvo - Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Volvo - reliable? We analysed 520 real MOT tests across 155 vehicles to find out.
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The Volvo - is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp not working, headlamp not in good working order (not working) and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volvo -.
Volvo - Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Volvo -. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Volvo - Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Volvo - fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Volvo - Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Volvo - MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
How Does the Volvo - Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo - THIS CAR | 80.2% | 520 | 522,195 mi | — yrs |
| Volvo V70 | 71% | 1,930,508 | 113,181 mi | 29 yrs |
| Volvo V40 | 73.7% | 1,865,374 | 76,415 mi | 30 yrs |
| Volvo S40 | 69.9% | 1,390,271 | 84,701 mi | 30 yrs |
| Hyundai Accent Cdx | 66.9% | 535 | 61,901 mi | 26 yrs |
Compared to the Volvo V70 (71.0% pass rate) and the Volvo V40 (73.7% pass rate), the Volvo - outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Volvo -Should you buy a used Volvo -?
The Volvo - has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.2% across 520 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Volvo - are stop lamp not working (4 recorded failures), headlamp not in good working order (not working) (2), and position lamp(s) not working (2). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.