VOLVO V90 MOT pass rate
87.0% of 22,942 VOLVO V90 MOT tests pass.
The V90 passes its MOT 87.0% of the time — well above the average across all VOLVO models, which sits at 80.1%.
The VOLVO V90 passes its MOT 87.0% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 90.5% at 0–3 years to 77.6% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 90.5% | 938 | 34,034 miles |
| 3–6 years | 87.6% | 14,263 | 52,827 miles |
| 6–10 years | 85.8% | 7,424 | 76,673 miles |
| 10–15 years | too few tests (4) | 4 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 77.6% | 313 | 144,950 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLVO V90
The most common reason the VOLVO V90 fails its MOT is tyres — present in 46.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 46.6% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Brakes | 29.6% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 17.5% | Not working |
| Body, chassis, structure | 12.8% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Suspension | 9.4% | Fractured or broken |
| Visibility | 9.0% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Steering | 3.4% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 3.2% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Road Wheels | 2.1% | Fractured |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.5% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related VOLVO models
- VOLVO XC60 — 85.1% pass rate
- VOLVO V40 — 77.8% pass rate
- VOLVO XC40 — 92.6% pass rate
- VOLVO XC90 — 80.2% pass rate
- VOLVO V70 — 70.6% pass rate
- VOLVO V60 — 82.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLVO V90?
- 87.0% of VOLVO V90 MOT tests pass, based on 22,942 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLVO V90?
- The most common reason the VOLVO V90 fails its MOT is tyres — present in 46.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
- Does this show the VOLVO V90's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VOLVO service history guide for how to check and keep one.