2019 Volvo Xc90 R- B5 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,953 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Volvo Xc90 R- B5 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 90.4% 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 | 5.0% | 98 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.0% | 58 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.4% | 28 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 23 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 12 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 12 |
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 | 64 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 38 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 20 |
| 4 | Wipers | 17 |
| 5 | Washers | 11 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 11 |
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 | 26.5% | 518 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.9% | 291 |
| 3 | Other defects | 11.6% | 227 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.3% | 83 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 4.2% | 81 |
| 6 | Suspension | 3.6% | 70 |
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 | 458 | 6.8% |
| 30-60k | 1,092 | 11.0% |
| 60-90k | 355 | 9.0% |
| 90-120k | 38 | 5.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 480 | 8.8% |
| 2023 | 502 | 11.2% |
| 2024 | 491 | 8.8% |
| 2025 | 479 | 9.6% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Xc90 R- B5 Auto
Before buying a 2019 Volvo Xc90 R- B5 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.0% 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 (3.0% 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.
- Visibility (1.4% 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.
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 R- B5 Autos pass their MOT?
90.4% of the 1,953 2019 Volvo Xc90 R- B5 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Volvo Xc90 R- B5 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 5.0% of tests, followed by brakes (3.0%).
Does the 2019 Xc90 R- B5 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.8% in the 0-30k band to 5.3% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,953 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.