2020 Volvo V60 Momentum B3 Mhev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 447 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum B3 Mhev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.7% | 30 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.0% | 9 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 8 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.1% | 5 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.9% | 4 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 7 |
| 2 | Wipers | 7 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 6 |
| 4 | Joints | 5 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 4 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 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 | 28.0% | 125 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.6% | 25 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.7% | 21 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.0% | 9 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.7% | 3 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 2 |
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 | 202 | 8.9% |
| 30-60k | 212 | 8.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 145 | 9.7% |
| 2024 | 151 | 10.6% |
| 2025 | 150 | 7.3% |
What to check before buying a 2020 V60 Momentum B3 Mhev Auto
Before buying a 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum B3 Mhev Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.7% 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.
- Visibility (2.0% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (1.8% 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 V60 Momentum B3 Mhev Autos pass their MOT?
90.8% of the 447 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum B3 Mhev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum B3 Mhev Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 6.7% of tests, followed by visibility (2.0%).
Does the 2020 V60 Momentum B3 Mhev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.9% in the 0-30k band to 8.5% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 447 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.