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VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 43 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

98%

Total Tests (2024)

43

Avg Mileage

17,583 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£945

Is the 2021 VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLVO brand average of 87%.

At 3 years old, 98% of VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWDs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 43 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 17,583 miles.

How does the 2021 VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars275th out of 3,373(top 8%)
Rank among all VOLVO models24th out of 635(top 4%)
vs national average+16% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+6% (92% avg)
vs VOLVO average+11% (87% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD has 17,583 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

How much does a 2021 VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD cost to run?

Fuel (Electric, 0cc)
£500
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£945
Per month£79/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202291%10722,186 mi
202198%4317,583 mi

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About the 2021 VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD

The 2021 VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 43 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 8% of all 2021 cars for reliability.

With an average of 17,583 miles at 3 years old, VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

What does it cost to own a 2021 VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD?

Total estimated annual running cost is £945 79/month), broken down as £500 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. Note: with only 43 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2021 VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD

The VOLVO C40 PRO RECHARGE TWIN EV AWD is actually the most reliable option among similar electric electrics from this era. Here are comparable electric cars with similar engines: