2022 Volvo Xc90 Momentum B5 Mhev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 437 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Volvo Xc90 Momentum B5 Mhev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and brakes. Its pass rate of 91.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.9% | 26 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.8% | 8 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.4% | 6 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.7% | 3 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 2 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.5% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 7 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 6 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 4 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 3 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 3 |
| 6 | Washers | 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 | 22.9% | 100 |
| 2 | Other defects | 7.8% | 34 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.3% | 32 |
| 4 | Visibility | 6.2% | 27 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.8% | 8 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 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 | 185 | 5.9% |
| 30-60k | 217 | 10.1% |
| 60-90k | 32 | 6.3% |
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 311 | 8.4% |
| Hybrid | 126 | 7.9% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Xc90 Momentum B5 Mhev Auto
Before buying a 2022 Volvo Xc90 Momentum B5 Mhev Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.9% 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 (1.8% 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.
- Brakes (1.4% 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.
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 2022 Volvo Xc90 Momentum B5 Mhev Autos pass their MOT?
91.8% of the 437 2022 Volvo Xc90 Momentum B5 Mhev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volvo Xc90 Momentum B5 Mhev Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 5.9% of tests, followed by visibility (1.8%).
Does the 2022 Xc90 Momentum B5 Mhev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.9% in the 0-30k band to 6.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 437 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.