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Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto reliable? We analysed 910 real MOT tests across 153 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 910 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
62.4%
Typical Mileage
144,238mi
Annual Mileage
6,942mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto.

Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,997 mi/yr
Typical
6,942 mi/yr
Average
7,336 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,741 mi/yr

Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
144,238 mi
75th Percentile
166,630 mi
95th Percentile
203,778 mi
Max Recorded
274,754 mi

How Does the Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto THIS CAR 62.4% 910 144,238 mi — yrs
Volvo V70 71% 1,930,508 113,181 mi 29 yrs
Volvo V40 73.7% 1,865,374 76,415 mi 30 yrs
Volvo S40 69.9% 1,390,271 84,701 mi 30 yrs
Keeway Rks 125 Sport 74.5% 388 9,396 mi 10 yrs

Compared to the Volvo V70 (71.0% pass rate) and the Volvo V40 (73.7% pass rate), the Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto?

The Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.4% across 910 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

A typical Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto owner drives around 6,942 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto reliable?
Based on 910 MOT tests, the Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto has a 62.4% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto do per year?
The typical Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto does around 6,942 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volvo XC90 SE D5 Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.