Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Volvo S60?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2019 Volvo S60?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2019 Volvo S60?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2019 Volvo S60 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 585 vehicles, the 2019 Volvo S60 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2019 Volvo S60?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2019 Volvo S60 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (23% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (22.8% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (18.1% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2019 Volvo S60?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Volvo S60 (2019)

585 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.9% first-time pass rate

2019 Volvo S60

CarHunch analysed 585 real MOT records for the 2019 Volvo S60. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2019 Volvo S60 is notably reliable, with a 90.8% first-time pass rate that comfortably exceeds the UK average of 80%—a clear strength for buyers. However, 16.8% of vehicles have experienced a dangerous defect at some point, which is worth factoring into your decision, particularly if you're buying used from a private seller without full service history.

These cars are running at sensible mileage for their age (median 31,999 miles), and the low failure rate of 0.44 per vehicle suggests they're holding up well mechanically. Before buying, request the full MOT history to check for any dangerous defect flags, and prioritise vehicles with consistent passes and minimal advisories (the average sits at 2.9 per car).

The 2019 Volvo S60 passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (91.9%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

91.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

16.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.44

Over 4.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

32k

Middle half: 24k–42k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.9% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 2.9 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 585 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 585 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 23%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 18.1%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 6.5%

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 4.9%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2019.

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Before you buy a 2019 Volvo S60

Based on MOT data from 585 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 16.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	583	91.9%	0.44

Colour Breakdown

Based on 53,916 Volvo S60 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 22.9%

12,359

Silver 20.2%

10,875

Black 17.2%

9,295

Grey 11.3%

6,116

Gold 9.1%

4,889

Red 8.4%

4,522

Green 5.4%

2,890

White 3.9%

2,094

Yellow 0.9%

476

Bronze 0.4%

215

Purple 0.3%

173

Maroon 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Volvo S60 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

31,999

typical

23,856

low mileage

41,704

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Volvo S60 vehicles fall between 23,856 and 41,704 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 23,856 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 23,856–41,704 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Volvo S60s sit.

⚠ Over 56,300 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Volvo S60 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2019 Volvo S60s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 563 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

4.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.44

Avg failures per vehicle

2.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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