2020 Volvo Xc60 R- Pro B5 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 653 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- Pro B5 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 90.3% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 13.1% in the 60-90k group versus 5.7% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.8% | 38 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.0% | 13 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.4% | 9 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 4 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 4 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.6% | 4 |
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 | 11 |
| 2 | Ball joint | 5 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 5 |
| 4 | Wipers | 5 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 4 |
| 6 | Washers | 4 |
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 | 24.5% | 160 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.6% | 69 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.4% | 35 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.3% | 28 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.2% | 21 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.2% | 8 |
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 | 248 | 5.7% |
| 30-60k | 339 | 12.1% |
| 60-90k | 61 | 13.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 208 | 7.2% |
| 2024 | 224 | 11.2% |
| 2025 | 217 | 10.6% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Xc60 R- Pro B5 Auto
Before buying a 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- Pro B5 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.8% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.8% 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 (2.0% 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 (1.4% 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- Pro B5 Autos pass their MOT?
90.3% of the 653 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- Pro B5 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- Pro B5 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 5.8% of tests, followed by brakes (2.0%).
Does the 2020 Xc60 R- Pro B5 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.7% in the 0-30k band to 13.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 653 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.