2021 Volvo XC40 1.5L Petrol · SY21 XMU
2021 Volvo XC40 (1.5L, petrol). First registered 23/04/2021. Recorded mileage 32,476 miles. MOT valid until 15/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC40
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Inverness
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 32,476 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2021
- Engine
- 1477cc
SY21 XMU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/03/2026
- 32,476 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Volvo XC40
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
SY21 XMU Mileage History
- 17/04/202417,003 mi
- 15/04/202526,115 mi+9,112 mi
- 15/04/202526,115 mi
- 13/03/202632,471 mi+6,356 mi
- 16/03/202632,476 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 8,096 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SY21 XMU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Volvo Xc40 (SY21 XMU) between April 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
Common Problems: VOLVO XC40
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Infotainment Freezing and Software Glitches(Moderate)
Earlier cars with Sensus and 2022+ models with Google-based Android Automotive can suffer from screen freezes, blackouts, or lost GPS/connectivity.
- 12V Battery Drain and Start-Stop Faults(Moderate)
Battery-management and software issues can flatten the auxiliary or main 12V battery, causing stop-start failure and low-voltage warnings.
- Powered Tailgate Strut and Rear-End Hardware Issues(Moderate)
The power tailgate on earlier XC40s can corrode, strain or stop closing properly, especially on cars living outdoors through salted winters.
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