2020 Volvo Xc60 Rdesign Pro B5 Mhev A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 923 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo Xc60 Rdesign Pro B5 Mhev A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.0% | 55 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.2% | 20 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 9 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.9% | 8 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.4% | 4 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.4% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 21 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 13 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 10 |
| 4 | Registration plates | 7 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 6 |
| 6 | Headlamp cleaning device | 3 |
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 | 22.5% | 208 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.6% | 107 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.3% | 58 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.3% | 30 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.0% | 9 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.7% | 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 | 412 | 5.6% |
| 30-60k | 453 | 8.2% |
| 60-90k | 52 | 9.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 522 | 8.1% |
| Petrol | 205 | 6.8% |
| Diesel | 196 | 5.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 305 | 5.6% |
| 2024 | 309 | 8.1% |
| 2025 | 308 | 7.8% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Xc60 Rdesign Pro B5 Mhev A
Before buying a 2020 Volvo Xc60 Rdesign Pro B5 Mhev A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.0% 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.
- 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 (1.0% 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 Rdesign Pro B5 Mhev As pass their MOT?
92.8% of the 923 2020 Volvo Xc60 Rdesign Pro B5 Mhev A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo Xc60 Rdesign Pro B5 Mhev A?
Tyres, recorded in 6.0% of tests, followed by visibility (2.2%).
Does the 2020 Xc60 Rdesign Pro B5 Mhev A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.6% in the 0-30k band to 9.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 923 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.