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Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto reliable? We analysed 4,058 real MOT tests across 1,000 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,058 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.5%
Typical Mileage
33,021mi
Annual Mileage
7,529mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto.

Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto Number Plates

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Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

88.4%
2020
88.4%
2019

Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 58
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 35
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11

Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,915 mi/yr
Typical
7,529 mi/yr
Average
8,892 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,954 mi/yr

Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 2,560 88.4% 22,534 32,216 45,662
2019 1,422 88.4% 23,159 34,288 48,773

How Long Does a Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto Last?

Based on 1,000 Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.8 years
Median
5.0 years

Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
33,021 mi
75th Percentile
47,071 mi
95th Percentile
75,868 mi
Max Recorded
158,412 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2019

88.4% MOT pass rate from 1,422 tests

The best year to buy a used Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.4% across 1,422 tests.

How Does the Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto THIS CAR 88.5% 4,058 33,021 mi — yrs
Volvo V70 71% 1,930,508 113,181 mi 29 yrs
Volvo V40 73.7% 1,865,374 76,415 mi 30 yrs
Volvo S40 69.9% 1,390,271 84,701 mi 30 yrs
Volkswagen Fox 55 83.6% 1,896 64,872 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volvo V70 (71.0% pass rate) and the Volvo V40 (73.7% pass rate), the Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto?

The Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.5% across 4,058 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto owner drives around 7,529 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto reliable?
Based on 4,058 MOT tests, the Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto has a 88.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto do per year?
The typical Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto does around 7,529 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volvo S60 R-design + T5 Auto is 2019 with a 88.4% pass rate across 1,422 tests.