2019 Volvo Xc90 Inscription T8 Phev A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 674 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Volvo Xc90 Inscription T8 Phev A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.6% | 38 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.9% | 13 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 7 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.9% | 6 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 4 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.6% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 14 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 6 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 6 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 5 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 5 |
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 | 28.0% | 189 |
| 2 | Other defects | 12.8% | 86 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.7% | 52 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.2% | 28 |
| 5 | Suspension | 4.0% | 27 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.6% | 11 |
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 | 192 | 7.3% |
| 30-60k | 317 | 11.4% |
| 60-90k | 122 | 6.6% |
| 90-120k | 37 | 10.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 348 | 9.8% |
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 326 | 8.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 170 | 10.0% |
| 2023 | 178 | 9.6% |
| 2024 | 166 | 9.6% |
| 2025 | 160 | 7.5% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Xc90 Inscription T8 Phev A
Before buying a 2019 Volvo Xc90 Inscription T8 Phev A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.6% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.6% 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 (1.9% 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 (1.0% 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 2019 Volvo Xc90 Inscription T8 Phev As pass their MOT?
90.8% of the 674 2019 Volvo Xc90 Inscription T8 Phev A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Volvo Xc90 Inscription T8 Phev A?
Tyres, recorded in 5.6% of tests, followed by visibility (1.9%).
Does the 2019 Xc90 Inscription T8 Phev A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.3% in the 0-30k band to 10.8% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 674 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.