2020 Volvo XC40 1.5L Petrol · YY70 RYP
2020 Volvo XC40 (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01/11/2020. Recorded mileage 35,832 miles. MOT valid until 18/03/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO XC40
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/04/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 35,832 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2020
- Engine
- 1477cc
YY70 RYP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/03/2026
- 35,832 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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.
YY70 RYP Mileage History
- 19/09/202313,246 mi
- 19/03/202415,419 mi+2,173 mi
- 11/03/202524,759 mi+9,340 mi
- 13/03/202635,832 mi+11,073 mi
- 14/03/202635,832 mi
Average of roughly 9,095 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY70 RYP 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 2020 Volvo Xc40 (YY70 RYP) between September 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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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