2021 Volvo Xc90 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,145 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Volvo Xc90 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 88.1% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 10.0% | 114 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.0% | 11 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 10 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.8% | 9 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.4% | 5 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 4 |
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 | 13 |
| 2 | Wipers | 11 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 7 |
| 4 | Headlamp cleaning device | 6 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 5 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 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 | 25.6% | 293 |
| 2 | Other defects | 8.2% | 94 |
| 3 | Visibility | 4.7% | 54 |
| 4 | Brakes | 3.8% | 43 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.6% | 30 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 2.1% | 24 |
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 | 451 | 10.9% |
| 30-60k | 594 | 11.9% |
| 60-90k | 88 | 14.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 571 | 11.9% |
| 2025 | 560 | 11.8% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Xc90 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A
Before buying a 2021 Volvo Xc90 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 10.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (10.0% 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 (1.0% 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 (0.9% 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 2021 Volvo Xc90 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg As pass their MOT?
88.1% of the 1,145 2021 Volvo Xc90 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Volvo Xc90 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A?
Tyres, recorded in 10.0% of tests, followed by visibility (1.0%).
Does the 2021 Xc90 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.9% in the 0-30k band to 14.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,145 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.