2020 Volvo Xc90 Inscript Pro T8 Phev A A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 951 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo Xc90 Inscript Pro T8 Phev A A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 89.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.1% | 77 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 12 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.1% | 10 |
| 4 | Road wheels | 0.7% | 7 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 6 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.5% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 15 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 8 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 7 |
| 5 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 4 |
| 6 | Front fog lamps | 3 |
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 | 21.2% | 202 |
| 2 | Other defects | 10.4% | 99 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.1% | 58 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.5% | 43 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.4% | 23 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 1.3% | 12 |
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 | 342 | 8.2% |
| 30-60k | 497 | 11.5% |
| 60-90k | 94 | 12.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 608 | 10.5% |
| Hybrid | 343 | 10.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 330 | 10.6% |
| 2024 | 306 | 10.5% |
| 2025 | 302 | 10.6% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Xc90 Inscript Pro T8 Phev A A
Before buying a 2020 Volvo Xc90 Inscript Pro T8 Phev A A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 8.1% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (8.1% 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 (1.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (1.1% 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.
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 Xc90 Inscript Pro T8 Phev A As pass their MOT?
89.5% of the 951 2020 Volvo Xc90 Inscript Pro T8 Phev A A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo Xc90 Inscript Pro T8 Phev A A?
Tyres, recorded in 8.1% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.3%).
Does the 2020 Xc90 Inscript Pro T8 Phev A A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.2% in the 0-30k band to 12.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 951 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.