Volvo Xc60 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volvo Xc60. Check any Xc60 by registration number below.

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79.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.4%

vs Volvo Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Volvo Xc60 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volvo Xc60 has an average MOT pass rate of 79.3%, which is 8.4 percentage points below the Volvo brand average of 87.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Xc60 on the road.

The most common reasons a Volvo Xc60 fails its MOT are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your Xc60 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Typical mileage for the Xc60 is around 46,000 miles at 5 years. When evaluating a used Xc60, compare the odometer reading against these benchmarks. Significantly lower mileage than expected could indicate a clocked vehicle — run a free mileage check to verify.

Before buying a used Volvo Xc60, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volvo Xc60 performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 59 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 3yr

Based on 28,095 vehicles

90.6%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

9.8%

Mileage at 5yr

75k mi

2017

Based on 37,804 vehicles

86.5%Excellent

Volvo average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

14.3%

Mileage at 5yr

Based on 11,328 vehicles

76.2%Good

Volvo average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

25.5%

2010

Based on 10,776 vehicles

75.6%Good

Volvo average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

23.7%

2009

Based on 7,741 vehicles

76.1%Good

Volvo average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

23.2%

2008

Based on 28,000 vehicles

0.8%Poor

Volvo average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

0.1%

Mileage at 3yr

28k mi

Mileage at 5yr

46k mi

Mileage at 10yr

88k mi

0

Based on 107,060 vehicles

84.5%Good

Volvo average: 87.7%

Mileage at 5yr

78k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volvo Xc60

The most common reasons a Volvo Xc60 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.9%

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.5%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.5%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

1.1%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.0%

Volvo Xc60 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Typical Mileage — Volvo Xc60

Average mileage readings recorded at MOT tests for the 2008 model year range. Use these benchmarks to evaluate a used Xc60.

At 3 Years

28,000

miles

At 5 Years

46,000

miles

At 10 Years

88,000

miles

Other Volvo Models

Compare MOT reliability across Volvo models.

Volvo V90 R-design T6 Recharge Awd A

80.8% pass rate

Volvo V60 Momentum + D3 Auto

86.8% pass rate

Volvo V60

82.5% pass rate

Volvo Xc60 Rdesign Pro B4 Mhev Awd A

92.4% pass rate

Volvo C30 1,6

91.8% pass rate

Volvo 850

92.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volvo Xc60

Volvo Xc60 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volvo Xc60 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc60?

The average MOT pass rate for the Volvo Xc60 is 79.3% compared to the Volvo average of 87.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Volvo Xc60?

The most common MOT failures on the Volvo Xc60 are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (2.9%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.5%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Volvo Xc60 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 79.3%, the Volvo Xc60 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Volvo Xc60?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Volvo Xc60?

Typical mileage for the Volvo Xc60: 87,181 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Xc60 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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