What year Volvo 740 Gle Auto is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1990 Volvo 740 Gle Auto has the highest pass rate at 100.0%, out of 755 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Volvo 740 Gle Auto MOT failures?

The most common Volvo 740 Gle Auto 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 Gle Auto — Reliability by Year

9,939 vehicles · MOT data 1984–1990 · first-test pass rates

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

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1990	100.0%	183,666 mi	755
1989	—	—	1,656
1988	—	—	1,990
1987	—	—	2,274
1986	—	—	2,067
1985	—	—	1,066
1984	—	—	131

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