What year Volvo 740 Gl S R is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1987 Volvo 740 Gl S R has the highest pass rate at 100.0%, out of 588 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Volvo 740 Gl S R MOT failures?

The most common Volvo 740 Gl S R MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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Volvo 740 Gl S R — Reliability by Year

2,919 vehicles · MOT data 1986–1991 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Volvo 740 Gl S R was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

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Best pass rate year

1987

100.0% pass rate · 588 vehicles

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Lowest pass rate year

1990

36.4% pass rate · 401 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1991	—	—	158
1990	36.4%	198,641 mi	401
1989	—	—	428
1988	—	—	643
1987	100.0%	190,718 mi	588
1986	—	—	701

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