Common Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A Problems, Faults, and Repair Costs
Every known Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A MOT issue, ranked by how common it is and what it costs to fix. Based on 1,083 real MOT tests across 2 model years.
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95%
Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A pass rate
87%
Volvo average
82%
National average
The Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A has an average MOT pass rate of 95%, which is 8 points above the Volvo average and 13 points above the national average.
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Most Common Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A MOT Issues
Ranked by how likely they are to affect your Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A, with typical repair costs
Brakes
Moderate likelihood£80 - £450
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Brake discs worn, brake pads thin, handbrake adjustment needed
Failure points:
Brake disc excessively worn, brake pipe corroded, brake efficiency below minimum
Suspension
Moderate likelihood£150 - £600
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Suspension arm bush worn, shock absorber misting, spring corroded
Failure points:
Coil spring broken, ball joint excessive play, shock absorber leaking
Lights
Moderate likelihood£15 - £200
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Headlamp aim slightly out, lens deteriorated
Failure points:
Headlamp not working, brake light not functioning, indicator failure
Tyres
Moderate likelihood£50 - £300
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Tyre approaching legal limit, slight damage to sidewall
Failure points:
Tyre below minimum tread depth, tyre has a cut exposing ply
Exhaust & Emissions
Moderate likelihood£80 - £800
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Exhaust mounting corroded, slight exhaust leak
Failure points:
Exhaust emissions exceed limits, catalytic converter efficiency low, DPF warning
Steering
Lower likelihood£100 - £500
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Track rod end has slight play, steering rack boot deteriorated
Failure points:
Steering rack leaking, track rod ball joint worn beyond limits
Body & Structure
Lower likelihood£200 - £1200
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Surface corrosion on subframe, slight body panel damage
Failure points:
Structural corrosion, body mounting corroded through, chassis weakness
Windscreen & Wipers
Lower likelihood£10 - £350
Typical repair cost
Common advisories:
Minor windscreen chip, wiper blade deteriorated
Failure points:
Windscreen crack in swept area, wiper does not clear windscreen
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Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A Reliability by Year
MOT pass rate for each model year, based on real test data
Most Reliable Year
2021
96% pass rate from 679 tests
View 2021 Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A detailsLeast Reliable Year
2020
92% pass rate from 404 tests
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Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A FAQ
What are the most common Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A problems?
The most common Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A MOT problems are issues. These are the areas most likely to cause advisories or failures during an MOT test, based on 1,083 real tests.
Is the Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A reliable?
The Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A has an average MOT pass rate of 95%, which is 13 points above the national average of 82%. This is considered good reliability.
Which year Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A is most reliable?
The 2021 Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A is the most reliable year with a 96% MOT pass rate. Avoid the 2020 model year if reliability is your priority, as it has the lowest pass rate at 92%.
How much does it cost to fix common Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A faults?
Repair costs vary by issue. Brake work on a Volvo Xc40 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A typically costs £80-£450, suspension repairs cost £150-£600, and exhaust/emissions fixes cost £80-£800. Lighting and wiper fixes are usually under £200.
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