2022 Volvo V90 — MOT failures & pass rate
1,178 MOT tests on the 2022 Volvo V90 are in this dataset, and 91.9% of them passed. That is 1.9 percentage points better than large family cars of a similar age, which fail at 10.0%. Failures cluster in tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 6.5% of all tests — 5.4 points clear of lighting & signalling, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, tread depth and wipers — headlamp aim alone was recorded 14 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 V90 fails 6.5% of the time in the 0-30k band and 3.2% at 90-120k, a spread of only 3.3 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 18.4% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.5% | 76 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 12 |
| 3 | Visibility | 0.5% | 6 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.4% | 5 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.4% | 5 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 14 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 10 |
| 3 | Wipers | 5 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 4 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 4 |
| 6 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 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 | 18.4% | 217 |
| 2 | Brakes | 4.4% | 52 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.3% | 51 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.5% | 30 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.9% | 10 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.6% | 7 |
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 | 522 | 6.5% |
| 30-60k | 502 | 9.6% |
| 60-90k | 99 | 6.1% |
| 90-120k | 31 | 3.2% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 778 | 8.3% |
| Diesel | 395 | 7.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 39 | 5.1% |
| 2025 | 1,121 | 8.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 V90
On a 2022 V90, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 6.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (6.5% 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.
- 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.
- Visibility (0.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£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 2022 Volvo V90s pass their MOT?
91.9% of the 1,178 2022 Volvo V90 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volvo V90?
Tyres, recorded in 6.5% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.0%).
Does the 2022 V90 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.5% in the 0-30k band to 3.2% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,178 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.