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Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto reliable? We analysed 741 real MOT tests across 605 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 741 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.1%
Typical Mileage
25,264mi
Annual Mileage
8,284mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD 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 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto.

Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.4%
2023
90.4%
2022

Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 4

Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,692 mi/yr
Typical
8,284 mi/yr
Average
9,362 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,912 mi/yr

Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 246 89.4% 18,122 24,522 31,250
2022 489 90.4% 18,861 25,644 35,294

How Long Does a Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto Last?

Based on 605 Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.2 years
Median
2.0 years

Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
25,264 mi
75th Percentile
34,515 mi
95th Percentile
57,455 mi
Max Recorded
139,020 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto

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

Best year
2022

90.4% MOT pass rate from 489 tests

Year to avoid
2023

89.4% MOT pass rate from 246 tests

The best year to buy a used Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.4% across 489 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.4% — 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 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD 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 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto THIS CAR 90.1% 741 25,264 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
Peugeot 208 Allure Bluehdi S/s 85.3% 768 37,706 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volvo V70 (71.0% pass rate) and the Volvo V40 (73.7% pass rate), the Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto?

The Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.1% across 741 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 has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD 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 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto owner drives around 8,284 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 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto reliable?
Based on 741 MOT tests, the Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto has a 90.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto do per year?
The typical Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto does around 8,284 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD 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 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Volvo XC60 Ultimate B5 MHEV AWD Auto is 2022 with a 90.4% pass rate across 489 tests.