2020 Volvo Xc90 Inscrp Pro T8Rchrge A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 538 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo Xc90 Inscrp Pro T8Rchrge A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.2% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.9% | 48 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.7% | 9 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 4 |
| 4 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 3 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 3 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 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 | Wipers | 10 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 5 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 3 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 2 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 2 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 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 | 23.1% | 124 |
| 2 | Other defects | 9.7% | 52 |
| 3 | Visibility | 6.1% | 33 |
| 4 | Brakes | 4.5% | 24 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.4% | 18 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.9% | 5 |
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 | 187 | 8.6% |
| 30-60k | 279 | 11.8% |
| 60-90k | 61 | 13.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 174 | 10.3% |
| 2024 | 175 | 11.4% |
| 2025 | 189 | 10.6% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Xc90 Inscrp Pro T8Rchrge A
Before buying a 2020 Volvo Xc90 Inscrp Pro T8Rchrge A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 8.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (8.9% 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 (1.7% 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 (0.7% 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 2020 Volvo Xc90 Inscrp Pro T8Rchrge As pass their MOT?
89.2% of the 538 2020 Volvo Xc90 Inscrp Pro T8Rchrge A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo Xc90 Inscrp Pro T8Rchrge A?
Tyres, recorded in 8.9% of tests, followed by visibility (1.7%).
Does the 2020 Xc90 Inscrp Pro T8Rchrge A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.6% in the 0-30k band to 13.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 538 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.