2020 Volvo Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,375 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 93.4% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 19.1% in the 90-120k group versus 5.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.1% | 56 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.2% | 30 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 15 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.6% | 8 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 6 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.4% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 30 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 26 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 8 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 6 |
| 5 | Washers | 6 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 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 | 22.9% | 315 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.8% | 107 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.6% | 91 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.0% | 55 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.2% | 44 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 3 |
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 | 337 | 5.6% |
| 30-60k | 741 | 5.9% |
| 60-90k | 244 | 8.2% |
| 90-120k | 42 | 19.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 873 | 7.0% |
| Hybrid | 502 | 6.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 476 | 5.9% |
| 2024 | 452 | 6.9% |
| 2025 | 421 | 7.1% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto
Before buying a 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.1% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.1% 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 (2.2% 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 (1.1% 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 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- T8 Phev Autos pass their MOT?
93.4% of the 1,375 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 4.1% of tests, followed by visibility (2.2%).
Does the 2020 Xc60 R- T8 Phev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.6% in the 0-30k band to 19.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,375 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.