2021 Volvo Xc40 Inscription Exp T4Rchrg A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 621 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Volvo Xc40 Inscription Exp T4Rchrg A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.0% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 11.6% in the 60-90k group versus 6.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.3% | 39 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.6% | 10 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 7 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.6% | 4 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.5% | 3 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 1 |
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 | 26 |
| 2 | Joints | 5 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 4 |
| 4 | Wipers | 4 |
| 5 | Washers | 4 |
| 6 | Individual direction indicators | 2 |
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 | 22.1% | 137 |
| 2 | Other defects | 10.0% | 62 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.8% | 36 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.2% | 20 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 4 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 2 |
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 | 226 | 6.2% |
| 30-60k | 277 | 7.6% |
| 60-90k | 86 | 11.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 304 | 8.6% |
| 2025 | 316 | 7.6% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Xc40 Inscription Exp T4Rchrg A
Before buying a 2021 Volvo Xc40 Inscription Exp T4Rchrg A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.3% 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.
- Visibility (1.6% 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 2021 Volvo Xc40 Inscription Exp T4Rchrg As pass their MOT?
92.0% of the 621 2021 Volvo Xc40 Inscription Exp T4Rchrg A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Volvo Xc40 Inscription Exp T4Rchrg A?
Tyres, recorded in 6.3% of tests, followed by visibility (1.6%).
Does the 2021 Xc40 Inscription Exp T4Rchrg A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.2% in the 0-30k band to 11.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 621 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.