Volvo Xc90 MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

22.2%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Volvo Xc90 vehicles
Based on 74,468 MOT tests
5.8pp below the UK average (28%)

Volvo Xc90 in this age bracket has a 22.2% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: brakes and lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Volvo Xc90 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Brakes 4.0%
Lamps & Electrics 3.8%
Tyres 3.2%
Steering 1.3%
Visibility 1.3%
Suspension 1.3%
Body & Chassis 0.7%

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 6-10 year old Volvo Xc90 reliable?

6-10-year-old Volvo Xc90 vehicles have a 22.2% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Volvo Xc90?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Brakes — 4.0% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 3.8% failure risk
  • Tyres — 3.2% failure risk

How can I prepare my Volvo Xc90 for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Volvo Xc90, focus on: (1) Brakes — 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 6-10-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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