2021 Volvo Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,345 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Volvo Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 90.1% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.8% | 91 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.7% | 36 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.6% | 22 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.4% | 5 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 4 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.3% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp cleaning device | 46 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 28 |
| 3 | Wipers | 19 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 5 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 3 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 2 |
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 | 21.2% | 285 |
| 2 | Other defects | 4.7% | 63 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.9% | 53 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.0% | 40 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.8% | 24 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.8% | 11 |
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 | 531 | 7.5% |
| 30-60k | 710 | 11.6% |
| 60-90k | 89 | 11.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 656 | 9.3% |
| 2025 | 676 | 10.7% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A
Before buying a 2021 Volvo Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.8% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.8% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (1.6% 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 2021 Volvo Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg As pass their MOT?
90.1% of the 1,345 2021 Volvo Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Volvo Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A?
Tyres, recorded in 6.8% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.7%).
Does the 2021 Xc60 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.5% in the 0-30k band to 11.2% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,345 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.