Volvo V60 Inscription B3 MHEV Auto (2021)

108 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.8% first-time pass rate

2021 Volvo V60 Inscription B3 MHEV Auto

CarHunch analysed 108 real MOT records for the 2021 Volvo V60 Inscription B3 MHEV Auto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.

The 2021 Volvo V60 Inscription B3 MHEV is a notably reliable proposition, passing its MOT on the first attempt 93.8% of the time—well above the UK average of 80%—with only 5.6% ever developing a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low. This hybrid powertrain appears to be performing as intended, with the single example in the dataset maintaining the same strong pass rate as the broader cohort.

At 28,500 miles median, these vehicles are running at sensible mileage for their three-year age, and the 0.19 average failures per test suggests mechanically sound construction; advisories average 1.4 per vehicle, typically minor wear items rather than systemic concerns. If you're shopping for one, a pre-purchase inspection remains wise, but this model's track record suggests you're looking at a dependable used car rather than a risk.

Generally reliable 13.8% above UK average
93.8%
pass MOT first time
UK average: ~80%
28,485
typical mileage
21,390–36,238 middle half
5.6%
ever had a dangerous defect
recorded at any MOT
0.19
avg MOT failures per car
over 2.2 tests on record

What to check before buying a 2021 Volvo V60 Inscription B3 MHEV Auto

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
  • 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
  • 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
  • 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type Vehicles Pass rate Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (99%) 107 93.7% 0.2
Petrol (1%) 1 100% 0

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Volvo V60 Inscription B3 MHEV Auto vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

21,390
low mileage
28,485
typical
36,238
high mileage

Half of all 2021 Volvo V60 Inscription B3 MHEV Auto vehicles fall between 21,390 and 36,238 miles.

MOT History Averages

2.2
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
0.19
Avg failures per vehicle
1.4
Avg advisories per vehicle

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