Volvo S60 MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

22.7%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Volvo S60 vehicles
Based on 30,002 MOT tests
5.3pp below the UK average (28%)

Volvo S60 in this age bracket has a 22.7% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: tyres and lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Volvo S60 are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 3.6%
Lamps & Electrics 3.1%
Brakes 2.4%
Suspension 1.7%
Visibility 1.4%
Steering 1.1%
Body & Chassis 0.9%

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 6-10 year old Volvo S60 reliable?

6-10-year-old Volvo S60 vehicles have a 22.7% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Volvo S60?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 3.6% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 3.1% failure risk
  • Brakes — 2.4% failure risk

How can I prepare my Volvo S60 for its MOT?

For a 6-10-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.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-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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