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2022 Volvo XC40 Plus Recharge Twin EV AWD: common problems and what to check

What gets flagged at MOT on 2022 Volvo XC40 Plus Recharge Twin EV AWDs, from 249 tests in 2025, plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.

Small sample: only 249 of these were MOT tested in 2025, so treat the percentages as rough. The known faults below don't depend on it.

249MOT tests in 2025
85%pass first time (all 2022 cars: 89%)
10,400typical miles a year
35%had tyres flagged

What gets flagged at MOT

The share of 2022 Volvo XC40 Plus Recharge Twin EV AWD MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.

  • Tyres
    35% of testsRough price £70–£150

    At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.

  • Wipers, windscreen and mirrors
    4% of testsRough price £15–£250

    At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.

  • Seats and seatbelts
    4% of testsRough price £80–£250

    At the viewing: Pull each seatbelt sharply. It should lock, and retract cleanly.

  • Brakes
    3% of testsRough price £150–£350

    At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.

  • Lights and electrics
    3% of testsRough price £10–£80

    At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.

Known faults

Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.

  • Brake servo and emergency braking recalls
    All engines

    Recalls covered brake servos not properly secured (2020 and 2021), emergency braking software, rear seat latches, a wiring harness that could chafe, and a loose high-voltage battery on electrified versions.

    At the viewing: Ask a Volvo dealer to check the VIN for outstanding recalls.

    Source: Auto Express: used Volvo XC40 (Mk1, 2018 on) review

  • Vibration through the car
    All engines

    Some owners report vibration through the chassis and suspension.

    At the viewing: Feel for vibration at different speeds.

    Source: Auto Express: used Volvo XC40 (Mk1, 2018 on) review

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Other years

YearMOT testsMost flagged
2021401Tyres 25%

Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test in Great Britain in 2025, counting tests of 2022 Volvo XC40 Plus Recharge Twin EV AWDs registered in 2022. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score