2019 Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 671 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 88.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 17.1% in the 90-120k group versus 8.3% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.4% | 36 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.9% | 26 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 10 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.5% | 10 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.2% | 8 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.0% | 7 |
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 | 35 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 17 |
| 3 | Wipers | 8 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 5 | Joints | 7 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 5 |
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 | 23.3% | 156 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.8% | 106 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.3% | 29 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.1% | 21 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.8% | 5 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 2 |
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 | 181 | 8.3% |
| 30-60k | 331 | 12.7% |
| 60-90k | 117 | 11.1% |
| 90-120k | 35 | 17.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 163 | 11.7% |
| 2023 | 168 | 11.3% |
| 2024 | 168 | 11.9% |
| 2025 | 172 | 11.1% |
What to check before buying a 2019 V60 Momentum + D4 Auto
Before buying a 2019 Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.4% 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 (3.9% 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 (1.5% 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 V60 Momentum + D4 Autos pass their MOT?
88.5% of the 671 2019 Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by brakes (3.9%).
Does the 2019 V60 Momentum + D4 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.3% in the 0-30k band to 17.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 671 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.