2021 Volvo Xc60 Momentum B4 Mhev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,851 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Volvo Xc60 Momentum B4 Mhev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 94.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.0% | 55 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.3% | 42 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 26 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.5% | 10 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.5% | 9 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.2% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 36 |
| 2 | Headlamp cleaning device | 23 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 19 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 9 |
| 5 | Washers | 8 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 8 |
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 | 23.1% | 427 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.2% | 171 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.0% | 93 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.0% | 55 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.4% | 44 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.5% | 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 | 613 | 4.6% |
| 30-60k | 1,002 | 6.4% |
| 60-90k | 194 | 7.2% |
| 90-120k | 36 | 5.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 33 | 6.1% |
| 2024 | 904 | 6.3% |
| 2025 | 910 | 5.4% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Xc60 Momentum B4 Mhev Auto
Before buying a 2021 Volvo Xc60 Momentum B4 Mhev Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.0% 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.
- Visibility (2.3% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.4% 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 2021 Volvo Xc60 Momentum B4 Mhev Autos pass their MOT?
94.2% of the 1,851 2021 Volvo Xc60 Momentum B4 Mhev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Volvo Xc60 Momentum B4 Mhev Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 3.0% of tests, followed by visibility (2.3%).
Does the 2021 Xc60 Momentum B4 Mhev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.6% in the 0-30k band to 5.6% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,851 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.