2020 Volvo S60 Inscription + T5 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 975 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo S60 Inscription + T5 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.6% | 45 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.5% | 15 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 14 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.2% | 12 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 3 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.2% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 13 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 11 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 9 |
| 4 | Wipers | 7 |
| 5 | Washers | 5 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 3 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 23.2% | 226 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.8% | 96 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.1% | 40 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.4% | 33 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 7 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.1% | 1 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 584 | 5.5% |
| 30-60k | 357 | 9.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 319 | 5.6% |
| 2024 | 327 | 8.3% |
| 2025 | 320 | 7.8% |
What to check before buying a 2020 S60 Inscription + T5 Auto
Before buying a 2020 Volvo S60 Inscription + T5 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.6% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.6% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (1.5% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (1.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2020 Volvo S60 Inscription + T5 Autos pass their MOT?
92.8% of the 975 2020 Volvo S60 Inscription + T5 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo S60 Inscription + T5 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 4.6% of tests, followed by brakes (1.5%).
Does the 2020 S60 Inscription + T5 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.5% in the 0-30k band to 9.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 975 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.