2019 Volvo Xc60 T4 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 5,206 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Volvo Xc60 T4 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, tyres and visibility. Its pass rate of 91.0% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 21.9% in the 90-120k group versus 6.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 4.8% | 252 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.2% | 217 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.6% | 82 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 37 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.4% | 19 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 10 |
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 | 278 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 173 |
| 3 | Wipers | 72 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 30 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 21 |
| 6 | Washers | 20 |
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 | 24.9% | 1,295 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.0% | 1,093 |
| 3 | Other defects | 8.0% | 415 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.9% | 151 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.8% | 94 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 17 |
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 | 2,091 | 6.3% |
| 30-60k | 2,661 | 10.4% |
| 60-90k | 414 | 12.6% |
| 90-120k | 32 | 21.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1,274 | 7.6% |
| 2023 | 1,271 | 10.9% |
| 2024 | 1,309 | 8.3% |
| 2025 | 1,350 | 9.4% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Xc60 T4 Auto
Before buying a 2019 Volvo Xc60 T4 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 4.8% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (4.8% 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.
- Tyres (4.2% 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 (1.6% 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 2019 Volvo Xc60 T4 Autos pass their MOT?
91.0% of the 5,206 2019 Volvo Xc60 T4 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Volvo Xc60 T4 Auto?
Brakes, recorded in 4.8% of tests, followed by tyres (4.2%).
Does the 2019 Xc60 T4 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.3% in the 0-30k band to 21.9% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,206 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.