Volvo V90 MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

11.7%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old Volvo V90 vehicles
Based on 10,197 MOT tests
16.3pp below the UK average (28%)

Volvo V90 shows good reliability at this age, with a 11.7% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old Volvo V90 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 3.0%
Lamps & Electrics 0.9%
Brakes 0.7%
Visibility 0.6%
Suspension 0.2%
Body & Chassis 0.2%
Steering 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

Volvo V90 MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 11.7% 10,197 Tyres
3-5 years 13.4% 37,304 Tyres
6-10 years 16.2% 8,383 Tyres
15+ years 32.5% 750 Brakes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old Volvo V90 reliable?

Yes. Based on 10,197 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old Volvo V90 vehicles have a 11.7% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old Volvo V90?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 3.0% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 0.9% failure risk
  • Brakes — 0.7% failure risk

How can I prepare my Volvo V90 for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old Volvo V90, focus on: (1) Tyres — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Volvo V90 Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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