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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volvo 740. Check any 740 by registration number below.

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87.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.3%

vs Volvo Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Volvo 740 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volvo 740 has an average MOT pass rate of 87.4%, which is 0.3 percentage points below the Volvo brand average of 87.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 740 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Volvo 740, 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 740 performs at MOT across different model years.

1993

Based on 58 vehicles

86.2%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%

1992

Based on 54 vehicles

85.2%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%

1991

Based on 87 vehicles

90.8%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%

Other Volvo Models

Compare MOT reliability across Volvo models.

Volvo V90 R-design T6 Recharge Awd A

80.8% pass rate

Volvo V60 Momentum + D3 Auto

86.8% pass rate

Volvo V60

82.5% pass rate

Volvo Xc60 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A

92.4% pass rate

Volvo C30 1,6

91.8% pass rate

Volvo 850

92.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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MOT Checklist

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 740

Volvo 740 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volvo 740 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo 740?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volvo 740 is 87.4% 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 740?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Volvo 740 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 87.4%, the Volvo 740 is rated as "Excellent" 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 740?
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 740?
Mileage data for the Volvo 740 is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

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