What year Volvo 740 Glt Auto is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1986 Volvo 740 Glt Auto has the highest pass rate at 100.0%, out of 569 vehicles tested.

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

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

1,363 vehicles · MOT data 1985–1990 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Volvo 740 Glt 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	—	—	229
1989	—	—	104
1986	100.0%	184,339 mi	569
1985	—	—	461

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