2022 Volvo XC60 — MOT failures & pass rate
7,937 MOT tests on the 2022 Volvo XC60 are in this dataset, and 93.1% of them passed. Mid-size SUVs of a similar age fail at 7.6%, so the 2022 XC60 sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (4.8%) and visibility (2.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, tread depth and headlamp cleaning device — wipers alone was recorded 148 times.
A 90-120k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 17.6% versus 5.5%.
Fuel type barely separates them — diesel fails 6.8% of the time against 7.0% for hybrid.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 20.3% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 0.0% of tests failed in 2023 against 7.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.8% | 384 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.0% | 160 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 110 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.3% | 27 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.2% | 15 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.1% | 12 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 148 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 105 |
| 3 | Headlamp cleaning device | 100 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 42 |
| 5 | Washers | 29 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 22 |
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 | 20.3% | 1,613 |
| 2 | Other defects | 4.9% | 389 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.2% | 329 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.7% | 292 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.6% | 126 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 25 |
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 | 4,251 | 5.5% |
| 30-60k | 3,299 | 8.2% |
| 60-90k | 328 | 11.0% |
| 90-120k | 51 | 17.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 5,371 | 7.0% |
| Diesel | 2,540 | 6.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 34 | 0.0% |
| 2024 | 313 | 4.8% |
| 2025 | 7,586 | 7.0% |
What to check before buying a 2022 XC60
On a 2022 XC60, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (4.8% 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.
- Visibility (2.0% 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 2022 Volvo XC60s pass their MOT?
93.1% of the 7,937 2022 Volvo XC60 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Volvo XC60?
Tyres, recorded in 4.8% of tests, followed by visibility (2.0%).
Does the 2022 XC60 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.5% in the 0-30k band to 17.6% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 7,937 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.