2019 Volvo S60 Inscription + T5 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 943 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Volvo S60 Inscription + T5 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.1% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 19.1% in the 60-90k group versus 5.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.2% | 49 |
| 2 | Brakes | 1.8% | 17 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 16 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.3% | 12 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.1% | 10 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.9% | 9 |
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 | 16 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 12 |
| 3 | Wipers | 11 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 10 |
| 5 | Shock absorbers | 9 |
| 6 | Joints | 9 |
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 | 24.2% | 228 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.0% | 104 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.8% | 64 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.4% | 23 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.9% | 9 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.9% | 9 |
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 | 512 | 5.5% |
| 30-60k | 380 | 12.1% |
| 60-90k | 42 | 19.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 227 | 4.9% |
| 2023 | 219 | 3.6% |
| 2024 | 248 | 13.7% |
| 2025 | 249 | 12.4% |
What to check before buying a 2019 S60 Inscription + T5 Auto
Before buying a 2019 Volvo S60 Inscription + T5 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.2% 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.
- Brakes (1.8% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.7% 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 2019 Volvo S60 Inscription + T5 Autos pass their MOT?
91.1% of the 943 2019 Volvo S60 Inscription + T5 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Volvo S60 Inscription + T5 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 5.2% of tests, followed by brakes (1.8%).
Does the 2019 S60 Inscription + T5 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.5% in the 0-30k band to 19.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 943 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.