Volvo XC60 Rdesign MOT pass rate and common problems
91.9% of 2,333 Volvo XC60 Rdesign MOT tests pass.
The XC60 Rdesign passes its MOT 91.9% of the time — well above the average across all Volvo models, which sits at 80.1%.
The Volvo XC60 Rdesign passes its MOT 91.9% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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This is the average across every Volvo XC60 Rdesign in the dataset. Look up your own registration for its actual MOT history, and a free place to keep its maintenance records.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Unusually, pass rate is higher for older examples: 90.4% at 0–3 years compared with 92.6% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 90.4% | 806 | 30,873 miles |
| 3–6 years | 92.6% | 1,527 | 37,959 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Volvo XC60 Rdesign
The most common reason the Volvo XC60 Rdesign fails its MOT is tyres — present in 69.8% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 69.8% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 15.8% | For led or hid headlamp inoperative |
| Visibility | 14.0% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Road Wheels | 6.0% | Fractured |
| Brakes | 5.6% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Identification of the vehicle | 3.3% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Body, chassis, structure | 1.9% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.9% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Suspension | 0.9% | System inoperative |
Buying a used Volvo XC60 Rdesign: what to check
These checks follow the Volvo XC60 Rdesign’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
1. Tyres
Recorded in 69.8% of failed Volvo XC60 Rdesign MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
2. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 15.8% of failed Volvo XC60 Rdesign MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
3. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 14.0% of failed Volvo XC60 Rdesign MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
4. Wheels
Recorded in 6.0% of failed Volvo XC60 Rdesign MOTs.
Look for cracked or badly buckled wheels, and check wheel nuts or bolts are all present.
5. Brakes
Recorded in 5.6% of failed Volvo XC60 Rdesign MOTs.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Volvo service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Volvo models
- Volvo 240 — 67.9% pass rate
- Volvo XC40 Rdesign Pro T5 Recharge — 91.7% pass rate
- Volvo XC40 R-Design T4 Recharge — 94.0% pass rate
- Volvo XC60 Inscrpt — 91.9% pass rate
- Volvo 700 Series — 73.2% pass rate
- Volvo XC40 R-Design T5 Recharge — 94.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Volvo XC60 Rdesign?
- 91.9% of Volvo XC60 Rdesign MOT tests pass, based on 2,333 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Volvo XC60 Rdesign?
- The most common reason the Volvo XC60 Rdesign fails its MOT is tyres — present in 69.8% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords".
- What are the common problems with the Volvo XC60 Rdesign?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Volvo XC60 Rdesign are tyres; lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers.
- What should I check when buying a used Volvo XC60 Rdesign?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: tyres; lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers; wheels; brakes. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Volvo XC60 Rdesign's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Volvo service history guide for how to check and keep one.