VOLVO XC40 FIRST EDITION P8 AWD (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 956 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
956
Avg Mileage
25,299 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£945
Is the 2021 VOLVO XC40 FIRST EDITION P8 AWD reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLVO brand average of 87%.
At 3 years old, 92% of VOLVO XC40 FIRST EDITION P8 AWDs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 956 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 25,299 miles.
How does the 2021 VOLVO XC40 FIRST EDITION P8 AWD compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 VOLVO XC40 FIRST EDITION P8 AWD has 25,299 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 VOLVO XC40 FIRST EDITION P8 AWD cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2021 VOLVO XC40 FIRST EDITION P8 AWD
The 2021 VOLVO XC40 FIRST EDITION P8 AWD is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 956 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 25,299 miles at 3 years old, VOLVO XC40 FIRST EDITION P8 AWD owners drive about as much as the UK average.
What does it cost to own a 2021 VOLVO XC40 FIRST EDITION P8 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 92% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 VOLVO XC40 FIRST EDITION P8 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.
Alternatives to the 2021 VOLVO XC40 FIRST EDITION P8 AWD
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable electric cars with similar engines:
- TESLA MODEL 3 LONG RANGE AWD (2021) 88% pass rate (-4%) from 39,444 tests
- JAGUAR I-PACE (2020) 96% pass rate (+4%) from 18,488 tests
- TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + (2021) 88% pass rate (-4%) from 15,258 tests
- TESLA MODEL 3 PERFORMANCE AWD (2020) 87% pass rate (-5%) from 12,320 tests