2019 Volvo V90 Cross Country + D4 A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 849 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Volvo V90 Cross Country + D4 A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 90.6% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 19.4% in the 90-120k group versus 5.9% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.3% | 45 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.4% | 20 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.3% | 11 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.1% | 9 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 8 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 5 |
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 | 31 |
| 2 | Coil spring | 12 |
| 3 | Wipers | 10 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 9 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 6 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 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 | 21.6% | 183 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.4% | 131 |
| 3 | Other defects | 3.3% | 28 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.7% | 23 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.2% | 10 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 3 |
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 | 236 | 5.9% |
| 30-60k | 460 | 10.0% |
| 60-90k | 113 | 10.6% |
| 90-120k | 31 | 19.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 206 | 8.3% |
| 2023 | 215 | 8.8% |
| 2024 | 214 | 10.3% |
| 2025 | 214 | 10.3% |
What to check before buying a 2019 V90 Cross Country + D4 A
Before buying a 2019 Volvo V90 Cross Country + D4 A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.3% 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 (2.4% 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.
- Suspension (1.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
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 2019 Volvo V90 Cross Country + D4 As pass their MOT?
90.6% of the 849 2019 Volvo V90 Cross Country + D4 A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Volvo V90 Cross Country + D4 A?
Tyres, recorded in 5.3% of tests, followed by brakes (2.4%).
Does the 2019 V90 Cross Country + D4 A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.9% in the 0-30k band to 19.4% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 849 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.