Volvo S60 MOT Failure Rate — 11-15 Years Old

30.5%
MOT failure rate for 11-15-year-old Volvo S60 vehicles
Based on 17,798 MOT tests
2.5pp above the UK average (28%)

This model shows significant deterioration in this age bracket, with a 30.5% failure rate. Pre-MOT inspection strongly recommended, especially for lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (11-15 Years)

Which parts of a 11-15-year-old Volvo S60 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 7.5%
Brakes 5.8%
Suspension 4.3%
Tyres 3.9%
Steering 2.1%
Visibility 1.9%
Body & Chassis 1.5%

How Does This Compare?

Volvo S60 MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 8.7% 3,017 Tyres
3-5 years 13.9% 13,680 Tyres
6-10 years 22.7% 30,002 Tyres
11-15 years 30.5% 17,798 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 40.7% 27,043 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 11-15 year old Volvo S60 reliable?

11-15-year-old Volvo S60 vehicles have a 30.5% failure rate, which is above average. Consider a pre-MOT inspection, particularly checking lamps & electrics.

What are the common MOT failures on a 11-15 year old Volvo S60?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 7.5% failure risk
  • Brakes — 5.8% failure risk
  • Suspension — 4.3% failure risk

How can I prepare my Volvo S60 for its MOT?

For a 11-15-year-old Volvo S60, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Volvo S60 Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 11-15-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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