2020 Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 433 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.5% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 14.7% in the 60-90k group versus 7.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.5% | 24 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.0% | 13 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.5% | 11 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.1% | 5 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 4 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.2% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 16 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 16 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 6 |
| 4 | Wipers | 5 |
| 5 | Headlamp cleaning device | 4 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 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 | 24.5% | 106 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.0% | 65 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.6% | 20 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.3% | 10 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 3 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.5% | 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 | 140 | 7.1% |
| 30-60k | 194 | 8.8% |
| 60-90k | 75 | 14.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 148 | 8.1% |
| 2024 | 139 | 9.3% |
| 2025 | 141 | 10.6% |
What to check before buying a 2020 V60 Momentum + D4 Auto
Before buying a 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.5% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.5% 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 (3.0% 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 (2.5% 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 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Autos pass their MOT?
90.5% of the 433 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum + D4 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 5.5% of tests, followed by brakes (3.0%).
Does the 2020 V60 Momentum + D4 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.1% in the 0-30k band to 14.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 433 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.