2020 Volvo Xc60 R- B4 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 757 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- B4 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 91.9% 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 | 4.2% | 32 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.9% | 22 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.3% | 10 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 5 |
| 5 | Steering | 0.5% | 4 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 3 |
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 | 25 |
| 2 | Wipers | 8 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 7 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 4 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 4 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 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 | 20.1% | 152 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.2% | 130 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.0% | 38 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.8% | 21 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.6% | 12 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.5% | 11 |
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 | 216 | 5.1% |
| 30-60k | 411 | 10.0% |
| 60-90k | 111 | 4.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 252 | 7.5% |
| 2024 | 249 | 9.6% |
| 2025 | 244 | 7.0% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Xc60 R- B4 Auto
Before buying a 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- B4 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.2% 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 (2.9% 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.
- Visibility (1.3% 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 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- B4 Autos pass their MOT?
91.9% of the 757 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- B4 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- B4 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 4.2% of tests, followed by brakes (2.9%).
Does the 2020 Xc60 R- B4 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.1% in the 0-30k band to 4.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 757 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.