Volvo Xc60 R-Design Pro B5 Mhev Auto
From 351 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a headlamp cleaning device inoperative in the case of led or gas discharge systems (hid), a tyre seriously damaged and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a headlamp cleaning device inoperative in the case of led or gas discharge systems (hid), caused 10 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a headlamp cleaning device inoperative in the case of led or gas discharge systems (hid) | 10 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 10 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 3 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 2 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 2 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 2 |
| obligatory mirror or device inoperative, excessively damaged or insecure | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 35.3% of failures are serious: 35.3% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £57.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89.7% | a headlamp cleaning device inoperative in the case of led or gas discharge systems (hid), a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 88% | a tyre seriously damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Xc60 R-Design Pro B5 Mhev Autos tested had between 25,371 and 42,742 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 36,062 median miles, the Xc60 R-Design Pro B5 Mhev Auto has 0.03 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Volvo models
| Volvo Xc60 | 82.7% |
| Volvo V40 | 79% |
| Volvo Xc90 | 78% |
| Volvo Xc40 | 91.2% |
| Volvo V70 | 72% |
Common questions
What is the Volvo Xc60 R-Design Pro B5 Mhev Auto MOT pass rate?
The Volvo Xc60 R-Design Pro B5 Mhev Auto has a 89.2% MOT pass rate based on 351 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Volvo Xc60 R-Design Pro B5 Mhev Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the Volvo Xc60 R-Design Pro B5 Mhev Auto is a headlamp cleaning device inoperative in the case of led or gas discharge systems (hid), which caused 10 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Volvo Xc60 R-Design Pro B5 Mhev Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Volvo Xc60 R-Design Pro B5 Mhev Auto is 36,062 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 25,371 and 42,742 miles.
Buying a used Xc60 R-Design Pro B5 Mhev Auto?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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