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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volvo 100 Series. Check any 100 Series by registration number below.

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78.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-9.1%

vs Volvo Avg

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Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Volvo 100 Series — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volvo 100 Series has an average MOT pass rate of 78.6%, which is 9.1 percentage points below the Volvo brand average of 87.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 100 Series on the road.

Before buying a used Volvo 100 Series, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volvo 100 Series performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 42 vehicles

78.6%Good
Volvo average: 87.7%
Mileage at 5yr

103k mi

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Common MOT Failures

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Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volvo 100 Series

Volvo 100 Series — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volvo 100 Series MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo 100 Series?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volvo 100 Series is 78.6% compared to the Volvo average of 87.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volvo 100 Series?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Volvo 100 Series reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 78.6%, the Volvo 100 Series is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Volvo 100 Series?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Volvo 100 Series?
Typical mileage for the Volvo 100 Series: 103,159 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 100 Series to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Volvo 100 Series's MOT History

Enter the registration number for the full MOT history — free and instant.

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