Volvo Xc60 (2016)
2016 Volvo Xc60
CarHunch analysed 15,372 real MOT records for the 2016 Volvo Xc60. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Volvo XC60 passes its MOT first time at 84.7%, which is comfortably above the UK average of 80%, but the real concern is that 37.5% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—nearly double the typical rate. Diesel models (which make up 99% of the cohort) and petrol versions both perform similarly, so fuel type isn't a differentiator here.
At 56,676 miles median for an eight-year-old car, these XC60s have been run conservatively, yet they're still averaging 1.29 failures per MOT and 8.1 advisories, suggesting underlying durability issues beyond typical wear. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the suspension, brakes, and electrical systems—the high dangerous-defect rate points to specific weak points that need hands-on assessment.
What to check before buying a 2016 Volvo Xc60
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.
- ⚠️ 37.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 15,217 | 84.7% | 1.3 |
| Petrol (1%) | 155 | 87.5% | 0.92 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 Volvo Xc60 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.
Half of all 2016 Volvo Xc60 vehicles fall between 44,008 and 72,289 miles.
2016 Volvo Xc60 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 14,214 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2016 Volvo Xc60
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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41.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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40.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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34.8%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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31.3%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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26.6%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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26.6%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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14.9%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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14.8%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016. Counts include advisories and failures.
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