What year Volvo 480 S is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1993 Volvo 480 S has the highest pass rate at 0.3%, out of 190 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Volvo 480 S MOT failures?

The most common Volvo 480 S MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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463 vehicles · MOT data 1992–1993 · first-test pass rates

Best pass rate year

1993

0.3% first-test pass rate · 190 vehicles

Lowest pass rate year

1992

0.0% first-test pass rate · 273 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1993	0.3%	81,611 mi	190
1992	0.0%	—	273

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