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Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto reliable? We analysed 3,591 real MOT tests across 845 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,591 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.1%
Typical Mileage
45,108mi
Annual Mileage
9,748mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto.

Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto Number Plates

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Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.6%
2020
88%
2019

Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16

Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
7,037 mi/yr
Typical
9,748 mi/yr
Average
11,281 mi/yr
Heavy usage
13,160 mi/yr

Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 1,207 90.6% 30,921 42,460 58,968
2019 2,141 88.0% 31,186 44,343 62,758

How Long Does a Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto Last?

Based on 845 Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.1 years
Median
5.0 years

Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
45,108 mi
75th Percentile
63,683 mi
95th Percentile
100,436 mi
Max Recorded
247,948 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto

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

Best year
2020

90.6% MOT pass rate from 1,207 tests

Year to avoid
2019

88.0% MOT pass rate from 2,141 tests

The best year to buy a used Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.6% across 1,207 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto THIS CAR 89.1% 3,591 45,108 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
Lamborghini Aventador 94.8% 3,896 7,792 mi 15 yrs

Compared to the Volvo V70 (71.0% pass rate) and the Volvo V40 (73.7% pass rate), the Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto?

The Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.1% across 3,591 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 XC60 R-design D4 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 XC60 R-design D4 Auto owner drives around 9,748 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 XC60 R-design D4 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto reliable?
Based on 3,591 MOT tests, the Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto has a 89.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto do per year?
The typical Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto does around 9,748 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volvo XC60 R-design D4 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 XC60 R-design D4 Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volvo XC60 R-design D4 Auto is 2020 with a 90.6% pass rate across 1,207 tests.