Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Volvo V60?

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 V60?

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 V60?

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.

How many 2019 Volvo V60 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

26% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2019 Volvo V60 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 3,382 vehicles, the 2019 Volvo V60 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.3%, 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 V60?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2019 Volvo V60 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (26.5% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (24.3% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (21.4% 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 V60?

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 V60 (2019)

3,382 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.3% first-time pass rate

2019 Volvo V60

CarHunch analysed 3,382 real MOT records for the 2019 Volvo V60. 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 V60 passes its MOT first time at 88%, comfortably ahead of the UK average of 80%, though one concern is that a quarter of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a notably high figure worth investigating on any used example you view. Petrol versions fare slightly better at 90.6% pass rate versus the diesel's 87.4%, suggesting the petrol is the marginally more robust choice.

At 45,400 miles median mileage for a five-year-old car, these V60s are running close to expected annual wear, and with only 0.6 failures per vehicle on average, major faults are uncommon—though the 3.9 advisories per car suggest routine maintenance items (suspension, brakes, fluids) crop up regularly. Have any prospective purchase given a full pre-buy inspection focusing on the suspension and braking system, and verify full service history, as this is where the minor wear shows.

The 2019 Volvo V60 has a decent first-time pass rate (89.3%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

89.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

25.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.6

Over 4.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

45k

Middle half: 34k–59k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 89.3% 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 3.9 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 3,382 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 3,382 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 26.5%

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

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

Brake wear 21.4%

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.

Other issues 6.9%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · …

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2019.

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Petrol vs Diesel

Pass rate difference of 2.2 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.

91.1%

Petrol

667 vehicles

88.9%

Diesel

2,713 vehicles

Before you buy a 2019 Volvo V60

Based on MOT data from 3,382 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25.5% 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
Diesel (80%)	2,713	88.9%	0.63
Petrol (20%)	667	91.1%	0.49

Colour Breakdown

Based on 35,025 Volvo V60 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 22.4%

7,852

Black 20.5%

7,178

Blue 17.5%

6,123

Silver 12.3%

4,295

White 11.9%

4,182

Red 9.8%

3,421

Gold 4.8%

1,689

Bronze 0.8%

268

Brown 0%

Maroon 0%

Beige 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Volvo V60 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.

45,398

typical

34,072

low mileage

59,410

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Volvo V60 vehicles fall between 34,072 and 59,410 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 34,072 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.

✓ 34,072–59,410 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Volvo V60s sit.

⚠ Over 80,203 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 V60 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2019 Volvo V60s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 3,245 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 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

4.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.6

Avg failures per vehicle

3.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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