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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto. Check any Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto by registration number below.

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91.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.3%

vs Volvo Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 91.0%, which is 3.3 percentage points above the Volvo brand average of 87.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd 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 Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 468 vehicles

90.6%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

11.0%

Mileage at 3yr

49k mi

Mileage at 5yr

69k mi

2019

Based on 712 vehicles

91.9%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

6.3%

Mileage at 3yr

51k mi

Mileage at 5yr

80k mi

0

Based on 494 vehicles

90.5%Excellent
Volvo average: 87.7%
Mileage at 5yr

36k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto

The most common reasons a Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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A tyre seriously damaged

1.4%
Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear

0.6%

Front

0.6%

Rear Nearside

0.6%

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

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See detailed fault analysis for Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto

Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto is 91.0% 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 Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto?
The most common MOT failures on the Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto are: A tyre seriously damaged (1.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 91.0%, the Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd 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 Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd 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 Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto?
Typical mileage for the Volvo Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto: 48,720 miles at 3 years, 68,734 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Xc90 Inscription B5 Awd Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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