Volvo XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 1,435 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests
1,435
Highest Pass Rate
2021 (94%)
Years Covered
3
About the Volvo XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A
The Volvo XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A was MOT tested 1,435 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (2020 to 2022), with an average pass rate of 95%. That's comfortably above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list hybrid versions.
Best and Worst Years
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 94% from 1,212 tests. The 2020 model has the lowest at 92%. With just a 2 point gap, pass rates are similar across these years. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2020) averages 37,294 miles, while the newest (2022) averages 33,013 miles.
Compared to the Volvo brand average of 87%, the XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A performs 8 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Volvo range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
Full 2022 detailsHow reliable is the Volvo XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A?
Volvo XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A by Year
Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.
Questions about the Volvo XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A
Is the Volvo XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A reliable?
Across its 3 model years in our data (2020 to 2022), the Volvo XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A averages a 95% MOT pass rate, from 1,435 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data. The 2021 model has the highest pass rate of the years with at least 100 tests, at 94%.
Which year Volvo XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A has the best MOT pass rate?
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Volvo XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A has the highest MOT pass rate at 94%, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 92%, a 2 point gap. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.
Volvo XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A Guides & Articles
Cheapest Cars to Run in 2026: Running Costs From DVSA MOT Data
9 min read
Reliability20 Most Reliable Used Cars UK 2026: Real MOT Pass Rate Rankings
10 min read
ReliabilityMost Reliable Used Cars UK 2026 (Ranked With Real MOT Data)
11 min read
Buying GuideFord Fiesta Common Problems (2026): What to Check Before Buying
13 min read
ReliabilityFord Puma Common Problems: 7 Issues That Could Cost £1,500+ (2026)
13 min read
Checking a specific Volvo XC40 Inscription T4 Recharge A?
Enter the reg plate to see its individual MOT history, mileage verification, and predicted costs.