2021 Volvo XC90: petrol or diesel?
Petrol, diesel and hybrid versions go wrong in different ways, so each has its own figures from the MOTs these cars had during 2023–2025. Pick the one you’re looking at: the fuel is on the logbook and in the car’s MOT history.
Petrol versions had too few MOTs for figures of their own, or weren’t sold.
Known faults on every 2021 Volvo XC90
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.
- All engines
Many recalls (14)
Recalls covered airbags, seatbelts, power steering hoses, crankshafts that could cause engine failure, fuel and coolant hose leaks, a melting inlet manifold and software for engine power and emergency braking.
At the viewing: Ask a Volvo dealer to check the VIN for outstanding recalls.
- All engines
Electronic glitches
Electronic glitches are common.
At the viewing: Test the screen, driver aids and every electrical item.
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Other years
Every year of the Volvo XC90 compared
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2025 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2024 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2023 | 288 | Tyres 10% |
| 2022 | 6,483 | Tyres 28% |
| 2020 | 14,687 | Tyres 28% |
| 2019 | 21,358 | Tyres 29% |
| 2018 | 18,591 | Tyres 28% |
| 2017 | 16,415 | Tyres 27% |
| 2016 | 15,601 | Suspension 28% |
| 2015 | 8,092 | Tyres 28% |
| 2014 | 6,830 | Tyres 30% |
| 2013 | 7,198 | Brakes 30% |
| 2012 | 8,720 | Brakes 31% |
| 2011 | 12,594 | Lights and electrics 34% |
| 2010 | 17,542 | Lights and electrics 36% |
| 2009 | 9,753 | Suspension 41% |
| 2008 | 4,711 | Suspension 48% |
| 2007 | 7,367 | Suspension 52% |
| 2006 | 7,127 | Suspension 53% |
| 2005 | 8,931 | Suspension 57% |
| 2004 | 6,386 | Suspension 58% |
| 2003 | 2,039 | Suspension 60% |