2019 Volvo Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 514 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Volvo Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 94.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.3% | 17 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.4% | 7 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.6% | 3 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 2 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 2 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.4% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 11 |
| 2 | Wipers | 6 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 4 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 3 |
| 5 | Attachment | 3 |
| 6 | Other body component | 2 |
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 | 23.4% | 120 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.5% | 49 |
| 3 | Other defects | 8.9% | 46 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.6% | 29 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.5% | 18 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.8% | 4 |
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 | 78 | 6.4% |
| 30-60k | 267 | 4.9% |
| 60-90k | 124 | 5.7% |
| 90-120k | 37 | 5.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 257 | 5.8% |
| Hybrid | 257 | 5.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 134 | 8.2% |
| 2023 | 122 | 1.6% |
| 2024 | 130 | 6.2% |
| 2025 | 127 | 5.5% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto
Before buying a 2019 Volvo Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.3% 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 (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.
- Lighting & signalling (0.6% 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 2019 Volvo Xc60 R- T8 Phev Autos pass their MOT?
94.5% of the 514 2019 Volvo Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Volvo Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 3.3% of tests, followed by visibility (1.4%).
Does the 2019 Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.4% in the 0-30k band to 5.4% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 514 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.