Volvo S60 MOT Failure Rate — 3-5 Years Old

13.9%
MOT failure rate for 3-5-year-old Volvo S60 vehicles
Based on 13,680 MOT tests
14.1pp below the UK average (28%)

Volvo S60 shows good reliability at this age, with a 13.9% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (3-5 Years)

Which parts of a 3-5-year-old Volvo S60 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 3.1%
Brakes 1.8%
Lamps & Electrics 1.7%
Visibility 0.9%
Suspension 0.5%
Body & Chassis 0.3%
Steering 0.1%

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 3-5 year old Volvo S60 reliable?

Yes. Based on 13,680 MOT tests, 3-5-year-old Volvo S60 vehicles have a 13.9% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 3-5 year old Volvo S60?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 3.1% failure risk
  • Brakes — 1.8% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 1.7% failure risk

How can I prepare my Volvo S60 for its MOT?

For a 3-5-year-old Volvo S60, focus on: (1) Tyres — 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 3-5-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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