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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volvo Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto. Check any Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto by registration number below.

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95.5%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.8%

vs Volvo Avg

2

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Volvo Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volvo Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 95.5%, which is 7.8 percentage points above the Volvo brand average of 87.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Volvo Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto, 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 Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 268 vehicles

94.8%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

6.7%

Mileage at 3yr

44k mi

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

0

Based on 109 vehicles

96.3%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Mileage at 5yr

27k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

1.5%

Front Offside

1.1%

Front Nearside

1.1%

Other Volvo Models

Compare MOT reliability across Volvo models.

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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

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See detailed fault analysis for Volvo Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto

Volvo Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volvo Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto is 95.5% 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 Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Volvo Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 95.5%, the Volvo Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto 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 Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto?
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 Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto?
Typical mileage for the Volvo Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto: 44,335 miles at 3 years, 58,901 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Xc40 Inscription T5 Phev Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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