2020 Volvo Xc60 R- D4 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,001 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- D4 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 91.4% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.0% | 50 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.5% | 35 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.0% | 10 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 1.0% | 10 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 9 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.3% | 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 | 42 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 25 |
| 3 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 10 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 9 |
| 5 | Wipers | 7 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 5 |
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 | 20.4% | 204 |
| 2 | Brakes | 20.2% | 202 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.9% | 69 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.3% | 23 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.9% | 19 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.6% | 6 |
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 | 269 | 5.2% |
| 30-60k | 552 | 9.8% |
| 60-90k | 149 | 10.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 355 | 8.7% |
| 2024 | 320 | 6.3% |
| 2025 | 317 | 10.7% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Xc60 R- D4 Auto
Before buying a 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- D4 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.0% 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 (3.5% 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.
- Visibility (1.0% 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.
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- D4 Autos pass their MOT?
91.4% of the 1,001 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- D4 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- D4 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 5.0% of tests, followed by brakes (3.5%).
Does the 2020 Xc60 R- D4 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.2% in the 0-30k band to 10.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,001 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.