Volvo Xc 90 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volvo Xc 90. Check any Xc 90 by registration number below.

Free, instant, no sign-up required.

94.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.4%

vs Volvo Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Volvo Xc 90 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volvo Xc 90 has an average MOT pass rate of 94.1%, which is 6.4 percentage points above the Volvo brand average of 87.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Xc 90 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Typical mileage for the Xc 90 is around 105,095 miles at 5 years. When evaluating a used Xc 90, compare the odometer reading against these benchmarks. Significantly lower mileage than expected could indicate a clocked vehicle — run a free mileage check to verify.

Before buying a used Volvo Xc 90, 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 Xc 90 performs at MOT across different model years.

2014

Based on 125 vehicles

95.2%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 3yr

35k mi

Mileage at 5yr

105k mi

Mileage at 10yr

160k mi

2013

Based on 85 vehicles

95.3%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 3yr

58k mi

Mileage at 5yr

129k mi

Mileage at 10yr

186k mi

2012

Based on 90 vehicles

91.1%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 3yr

68k mi

2011

Based on 179 vehicles

97.2%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 5yr

129k mi

2010

Based on 250 vehicles

93.6%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 3yr

53k mi

Mileage at 5yr

146k mi

2009

Based on 232 vehicles

97.0%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 3yr

63k mi

Mileage at 5yr

87k mi

Mileage at 10yr

179k mi

2008

Based on 263 vehicles

95.8%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 3yr

69k mi

Mileage at 5yr

123k mi

Mileage at 10yr

199k mi

2007

Based on 481 vehicles

94.2%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 3yr

72k mi

Mileage at 5yr

120k mi

Mileage at 10yr

188k mi

2006

Based on 550 vehicles

94.5%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 3yr

78k mi

Mileage at 5yr

135k mi

Mileage at 10yr

199k mi

2005

Based on 543 vehicles

91.7%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 5yr

131k mi

Mileage at 10yr

206k mi

2004

Based on 510 vehicles

93.1%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 5yr

127k mi

Mileage at 10yr

199k mi

2003

Based on 654 vehicles

90.4%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 10yr

194k mi

Typical Mileage — Volvo Xc 90

Average mileage readings recorded at MOT tests for the 2014 model year range. Use these benchmarks to evaluate a used Xc 90.

At 3 Years

35,339

miles

At 5 Years

105,095

miles

At 10 Years

160,121

miles

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

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

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 Xc 90

Volvo Xc 90 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volvo Xc 90 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc 90?

The average MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc 90 is 94.1% 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 Xc 90?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Volvo Xc 90 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 94.1%, the Volvo Xc 90 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 Xc 90?

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 Xc 90?

Typical mileage for the Volvo Xc 90: 35,339 miles at 3 years, 105,095 miles at 5 years, 160,121 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Xc 90 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Volvo Xc 90's MOT History

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