2020 Volvo V60 Momentum + T4 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,222 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum + T4 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and visibility. Its pass rate of 89.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.7% | 82 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.8% | 46 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.8% | 22 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 20 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 4 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 3 |
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 | 59 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 40 |
| 3 | Wipers | 21 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 20 |
| 5 | Washers | 7 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 4 |
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 | 24.1% | 295 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.9% | 194 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.5% | 67 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.8% | 34 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 3 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 3 |
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 | 608 | 9.4% |
| 30-60k | 559 | 11.3% |
| 60-90k | 49 | 14.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 399 | 8.3% |
| 2024 | 409 | 12.7% |
| 2025 | 401 | 10.7% |
What to check before buying a 2020 V60 Momentum + T4 Auto
Before buying a 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum + T4 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.7% 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 (3.8% 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.
- Visibility (1.8% 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 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum + T4 Autos pass their MOT?
89.5% of the 1,222 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum + T4 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Volvo V60 Momentum + T4 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 6.7% of tests, followed by brakes (3.8%).
Does the 2020 V60 Momentum + T4 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.4% in the 0-30k band to 14.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,222 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.