Volvo XC60 MOT pass rate
In 2023, the Volvo XC60 passed 78.8% of its first MOT tests, from 91,073 tests in Great Britain. That is 7.4 points above the 71.4% average for all cars, taxis and light vans.
Most common Volvo XC60 MOT failures
The area that failed most often was lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, affecting 6.0% of tests. The red line shows the average for all cars.
- Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 6.0% vs 11.3%
- Suspension 5.8% vs 8.9%
- Tyres 5.5% vs 6.3%
- Brakes 4.4% vs 6.8%
- Visibility 2.4% vs 4.8%
- Steering 1.8% vs 1.8%
- Noise, emissions and leaks 1.2% vs 3.1%
- Body, chassis, structure 0.8% vs 3.4%
- Coil spring 4.6% vs 2.6%
- Brake pads 3.3% vs 2.1%
- Tyres: condition 3.2% vs 3.7%
- Tread depth 2.4% vs 2.6%
- Headlamp aim 2.0% vs 3.3%
- Track rod end 1.6% vs 1.4%
- Wipers 1.3% vs 2.2%
- Side repeaters 1.1% vs 0.5%
Top reasons for failure
| Reason for failure | Share of tests |
|---|---|
| Coil spring: Fractured or broken | 4.6% |
| Brake pads: Less than 1.5 mm thick | 3.2% |
| Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm | 2.3% |
| Tyres: condition: Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords | 1.5% |
| Wipers: Does not clear the windscreen effectively | 1.3% |
| Tyres: condition: Has ply or cords exposed | 1.1% |
| Side repeaters: Not working | 1.0% |
| Headlamp aim: Too low | 0.8% |
| Stop lamp: Not working | 0.8% |
| Track rod end: Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt | 0.8% |
Volvo XC60 pass rate by age
The pass rate changes with age: 88.9% for cars aged 3 to 5 years and 70.4% for those aged 10 to 14 years. Older cars usually fail more often because parts like suspension, brakes and exhausts wear with time and mileage.
- 3 to 5 years 88.9% vs 71.4%
- 6 to 9 years 78.9% vs 71.4%
- 10 to 14 years 70.4% vs 71.4%
Pass rate by fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 81,120 | 77.6% |
| Petrol | 8,378 | 87.5% |
| Hybrid | 1,573 | 89.4% |
Most common Volvo XC60 advisories
Advisories do not fail the test, but they often become failures by the next MOT. These were noted most often:
- Tread depth 18.5%
- Brake pads 13.1%
- Tyres: condition 9.6%
- Brake discs 9.4%
- Vehicle 6.5%
- Pins and bushes 3.1%
- Registration plates 1.8%
- Engine oil leaks 1.5%
See MOT advisories explained for what to do about them.
How we worked this out
These figures come from DVSA's anonymised MOT testing data for 2023, covering every class 4 MOT test in Great Britain (cars, taxis and light vans). We count normal tests only, not retests. A test counts as a first-time pass if the vehicle passed without any repairs. Tests where defects were fixed at the test centre within an hour (PRS) count as fails, in line with DVSA's own statistics. Failure areas show the share of tests with at least one failure in that area, so the figures add up to more than the fail rate.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo XC60?
In 2023, 78.8% of Volvo XC60 MOT tests were passed first time, from 91,073 tests in Great Britain. The average for all cars, taxis and light vans was 71.4%.
What is the most common MOT failure on the Volvo XC60?
The most common failure area was lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, which caused 6.0% of tests to fail. Next came suspension (5.8%) and tyres (5.5%).
Is the Volvo XC60 reliable at its MOT?
Its first-time pass rate of 78.8% is 7.4 points above the average and ranks 15 of the 100 most-tested models. Age and mileage matter more than the model, so always check the history of the car you are buying.
How do I check a Volvo XC60's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free MOT history check. You will see every test, the mileage at each test and all failures and advisories.