2021 Volvo Xc60 Inscrp Pro T8Rechrg A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,256 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Volvo Xc60 Inscrp Pro T8Rechrg A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 88.2% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 19.4% in the 60-90k group versus 10.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.7% | 109 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.9% | 36 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.3% | 29 |
| 4 | Steering | 0.3% | 4 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.2% | 3 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp cleaning device | 42 |
| 2 | Wipers | 26 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 7 |
| 4 | Washers | 5 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 4 |
| 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 | 25.3% | 318 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.5% | 69 |
| 3 | Visibility | 4.1% | 52 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.5% | 31 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.4% | 17 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.7% | 9 |
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 | 641 | 10.0% |
| 30-60k | 537 | 13.0% |
| 60-90k | 72 | 19.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 628 | 12.6% |
| 2025 | 617 | 11.0% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Xc60 Inscrp Pro T8Rechrg A
Before buying a 2021 Volvo Xc60 Inscrp Pro T8Rechrg A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 8.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (8.7% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (2.3% 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.
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 2021 Volvo Xc60 Inscrp Pro T8Rechrg As pass their MOT?
88.2% of the 1,256 2021 Volvo Xc60 Inscrp Pro T8Rechrg A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Volvo Xc60 Inscrp Pro T8Rechrg A?
Tyres, recorded in 8.7% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.9%).
Does the 2021 Xc60 Inscrp Pro T8Rechrg A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 10.0% in the 0-30k band to 19.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,256 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.