Volvo Xc90 MOT Failure Rate — 3-5 Years Old

13.4%
MOT failure rate for 3-5-year-old Volvo Xc90 vehicles
Based on 76,634 MOT tests
14.6pp below the UK average (28%)

Volvo Xc90 shows good reliability at this age, with a 13.4% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (3-5 Years)

Which parts of a 3-5-year-old Volvo Xc90 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 3.1%
Brakes 1.7%
Visibility 0.8%
Lamps & Electrics 0.8%
Suspension 0.5%
Steering 0.3%
Body & Chassis 0.2%

How Does This Compare?

Volvo Xc90 MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 11.6% 22,271 Tyres
3-5 years 13.4% 76,634 Tyres
6-10 years 22.2% 74,468 Brakes
11-15 years 37.3% 75,476 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 44.4% 44,507 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 3-5 year old Volvo Xc90 reliable?

Yes. Based on 76,634 MOT tests, 3-5-year-old Volvo Xc90 vehicles have a 13.4% 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 3-5 year old Volvo Xc90?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 3.1% failure risk
  • Brakes — 1.7% failure risk
  • Visibility — 0.8% failure risk

How can I prepare my Volvo Xc90 for its MOT?

For a 3-5-year-old Volvo Xc90, 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 Xc90 Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 3-5-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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