2020 Volvo Xc40 Inscription B4 Mhev A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,314 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo Xc40 Inscription B4 Mhev A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 94.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 20.7% in the 60-90k group versus 3.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.7% | 49 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.8% | 24 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 15 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.8% | 11 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 4 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.2% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 23 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 13 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 7 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 5 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 4 |
| 6 | Joints | 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 | 17.3% | 228 |
| 2 | Brakes | 6.3% | 83 |
| 3 | Other defects | 3.5% | 46 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.7% | 22 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.7% | 9 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 4 |
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 | 756 | 3.2% |
| 30-60k | 497 | 7.2% |
| 60-90k | 58 | 20.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 421 | 4.3% |
| 2024 | 439 | 6.4% |
| 2025 | 454 | 5.7% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Xc40 Inscription B4 Mhev A
Before buying a 2020 Volvo Xc40 Inscription B4 Mhev A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.7% 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.
- Visibility (1.8% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.1% 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 Xc40 Inscription B4 Mhev As pass their MOT?
94.5% of the 1,314 2020 Volvo Xc40 Inscription B4 Mhev A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo Xc40 Inscription B4 Mhev A?
Tyres, recorded in 3.7% of tests, followed by visibility (1.8%).
Does the 2020 Xc40 Inscription B4 Mhev A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.2% in the 0-30k band to 20.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,314 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.