2022 Volvo Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 393 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Volvo Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 90.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.1% | 24 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 3.8% | 15 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.8% | 7 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.8% | 3 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.5% | 2 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.3% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp cleaning device | 15 |
| 2 | Wipers | 9 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 5 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 3 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 3 |
| 6 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 1 |
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 | 20.9% | 82 |
| 2 | Visibility | 5.9% | 23 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.1% | 16 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.3% | 13 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 3.0% | 12 |
| 6 | Brakes | 1.3% | 5 |
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 | 205 | 8.3% |
| 30-60k | 155 | 10.3% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A
Before buying a 2022 Volvo Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.1% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.1% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (3.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (1.8% 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 2022 Volvo Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg As pass their MOT?
90.8% of the 393 2022 Volvo Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volvo Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A?
Tyres, recorded in 6.1% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (3.8%).
Does the 2022 Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.3% in the 0-30k band to 10.3% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 393 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.