Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 952 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,086

£174/month

MOT Pass Rate

96%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 18-32

1969cc Hybrid

Great Choice

96% pass rate, £2,086/year to run. 14 points above average.

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Hybrid1969cc5 years old952 tests26k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Hybrid, 1969cc)

~36 mpg (petrol-engine estimate; hybrids usually use less)

£1,631

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,086

Per month£174/mo

Per week£40/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

96% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Volvo brand average of 87%.

96% of MOT tests on Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Autos from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 952 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 25,598 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models503rd of 3,336(top 16%)

Rank among Volvo models43rd of 619(top 7%)

vs average of all models+14%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average+4%(92% avg)

vs Volvo average+9%(87% avg)

Mileage Analysis

25,598

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto had 25,598 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	96%	952	25,598 mi
2020	94%	462	32,205 mi

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About the 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto

The 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto is a premium car. Our records list a 1969cc hybrid engine, though engines vary between versions. 952 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 16% of all 2021 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 25,598 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto Fuel Costs

The 1969cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Our estimate uses around 36 mpg, the figure for a petrol engine of this size, which works out to roughly £1,631 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid it should use less than that, and real-world fuel costs depend a lot on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,086 (£174/month), broken down as £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto

At 5 years old, the Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Hybrid Battery Health

Medium risk

After 5 years, hybrid battery capacity may have reduced. A full replacement costs £2,000-£4,000, though reconditioning is cheaper at £500-£1,500.

Inverter and Power Electronics

Low risk

The inverter converts DC to AC for the electric motor. Failures are expensive (£1,500+) but relatively rare. Listen for unusual buzzing sounds.

Regenerative Braking

Medium risk

Brake discs can corrode from reduced use (the electric motor handles most braking). Surface rust is normal but deep pitting needs attention.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto(2021)	96%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086
Toyota Yaris(2019)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233
MINI Cooper S(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233
Land Rover Range Rover Sport(2019)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086same
Toyota Prius(2019)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto

Is the 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 96% of MOT tests on 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Autos ended in a pass, from 952 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 14 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,086 a year (£174 a month): £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto?

96% of 952 MOT tests on the 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 503rd of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (top 16%).

Which year Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto has the highest MOT pass rate at 96% and the 2020 the lowest at 94%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Volvo XC40 R-Design B4 MHEV Awd Auto is 25,598 miles, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.