2020 Volvo S90 Momentum + T4 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,729 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo S90 Momentum + T4 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.2% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.7% | 81 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.6% | 63 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 17 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.7% | 12 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 5 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.2% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 86 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 49 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 14 |
| 4 | Wipers | 9 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 4 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 4 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 23.1% | 400 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.8% | 274 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.1% | 89 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.5% | 44 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.9% | 15 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 8 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 804 | 8.0% |
| 30-60k | 776 | 9.2% |
| 60-90k | 133 | 11.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 586 | 7.8% |
| 2024 | 561 | 10.7% |
| 2025 | 555 | 8.1% |
What to check before buying a 2020 S90 Momentum + T4 Auto
Before buying a 2020 Volvo S90 Momentum + T4 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.7% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (3.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (1.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2020 Volvo S90 Momentum + T4 Autos pass their MOT?
91.2% of the 1,729 2020 Volvo S90 Momentum + T4 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo S90 Momentum + T4 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 4.7% of tests, followed by brakes (3.6%).
Does the 2020 S90 Momentum + T4 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.0% in the 0-30k band to 11.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,729 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.