Seatbelt Torsion Bar
- Defect
- For affected vehicles there is a potential defect in the torsion bar within the front seatbelt system.
- Remedy
- Replacement of the affected seat belts.
- Vehicles affected
- 43 V60 vehicles
- Built
- 25 Jun 2025 to 27 Aug 2025
Car statistics
Volvo V60 statistics
How many Volvo V60s are still on the road in Great Britain, how many are declared off the road, how new registrations have changed and which fuels they use. Built from DVLA licensing records and 41,185 DVSA MOT tests.
- Licensed in Great Britain 41,893 +1.0% on a year earlier
- Declared SORN 867 Off the road, not taxed
- MOT first-time pass rate, 2025 77.5% Cars of the same ages 76.2%
- Rank by number licensed No. 166 of 1,159 models we cover
- Licensed count At its peak highest since 2010
- Average annual mileage 9,036 miles a year
How many Volvo V60s are left in Great Britain?
There were 41,893 Volvo V60s licensed in Great Britain at the end of March 2026, and a further 867 declared off the road (SORN). That is the most on the road at any year end since 2010.
Volvo V60s licensed in Great Britain
Numbers are still rising: the latest count is the highest in this series.
| Year | Licensed |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 287 |
| 2011 | 3,220 |
| 2012 | 8,095 |
| 2013 | 11,633 |
| 2014 | 15,935 |
| 2015 | 19,219 |
| 2016 | 22,798 |
| 2017 | 25,736 |
| 2018 | 29,382 |
| 2019 | 33,239 |
| 2020 | 35,868 |
| 2021 | 39,393 |
| 2022 | 40,631 |
| 2023 | 41,117 |
| 2024 | 40,960 |
| 2025 | 41,692 |
| 2026 | 41,893 |
Source:DfT / DVLA End of March 2026 Updated
Fuel type
Source:DfT / DVLA End of March 2026 Updated
Volvo V60 MOT reliability
In 2025, 77.5% of Volvo V60 MOT tests were passed first time, against 72.8% for all cars. Cars of the same ages as the Volvo V60s tested pass 76.2% of the time, so the Volvo V60 does better than average for its age, by 1.3 points. In 2024 its pass rate was 77.9%.
MOT first-time pass rate by age: Volvo V60 vs all cars
Comparing like with like: each bar pair covers cars of the same age, so an older average age does not count against a model.
| Vehicle age | Volvo V60 | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| 3 years | 88.2% | 89.5% |
| 4–5 years | 86.7% | 87.6% |
| 6–7 years | 83.2% | 83.0% |
| 8–10 years | 75.5% | 75.7% |
| 11–14 years | 69.8% | 65.5% |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Volvo V60 MOT failures
Tyres is the most common reason a Volvo V60 fails its MOT, appearing on 35.0% of failed tests. A failed test can have defects in more than one category, so shares add up to more than 100%. 8.7% of Volvo V60 tests found at least one dangerous defect, against 7.3% for all cars.
Most common MOT failure categories
| Defect category | Share of failed tests |
|---|---|
| Tyres | 35.0% |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 23.2% |
| Brakes | 21.1% |
| Suspension | 19.7% |
| Visibility | 12.4% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 8.9% |
| Body, chassis, structure | 8.8% |
| Steering | 7.1% |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Most common Volvo V60 MOT defects and advisories
The single most common reason a Volvo V60 failed its MOT in 2025 was “Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick”, on 12.7% of 9,274 failed tests. 48.2% of tests ended with at least one advisory, a problem to watch that did not fail the test; the most common was “Tread depth: worn close to legal limit or worn on edge”. The same fault on any wheel or side counts once.
Most common reasons for failure
Share of failed tests with each defect. A test can fail for more than one.
| Defect | Share of failed tests |
|---|---|
| Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick Brakes | 12.7% |
| Tyres: ply or cords exposed Tyres | 10.6% |
| Tyres: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyres | 10.1% |
| Tyres: cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyres | 9.2% |
| Drive shafts: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Body, chassis, structure | 6.8% |
| Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction Noise, emissions and leaks | 6.6% |
| Shock absorbers: serious fluid leak Suspension | 6.5% |
| Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively Visibility | 5.6% |
| Headlamp aim: too low Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 4.6% |
| Coil spring: fractured or broken Suspension | 4.4% |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Most common advisories
Share of all tests with each advisory: worth checking on a car you are buying.
| Advisory | Share of tests |
|---|---|
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit or worn on edge Tyres | 21.4% |
| Brake pads: wearing thin Brakes | 10.9% |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brakes | 6.6% |
| Tyres: slightly damaged or cracking or perishing Tyres | 5.8% |
| Coil spring: corroded Suspension | 4.6% |
| Suspension arms: pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension | 3.0% |
| Shock absorbers: light misting of oil Suspension | 2.9% |
| Brake discs: worn, but not excessively Brakes | 2.9% |
| Tyres: cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyres | 2.9% |
| Registration plates: deteriorated but not likely to be misread Identification of the vehicle | 2.7% |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Volvo V60 by year
12 years of the Volvo V60, by year of first registration, have their own page with MOT results, common faults, mileage and how many are left. Against all cars of the same age, the 2011 cars did best at their 2025 MOT (68.0% passed first time) and the 2017 cars worst (74.8%).
| Year | Registered | Left | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | – | 2,333 | 68.0% |
| 2012 | – | 4,299 | 68.2% |
| 2013 | – | 3,388 | 70.6% |
| 2014 | 4,080 | 3,508 | 71.4% |
| 2015 | 3,558 | 3,230 | 75.4% |
| 2016 | 3,905 | 3,759 | 76.8% |
| 2017 | 3,321 | 3,146 | 74.8% |
| 2018 | 3,890 | 3,801 | 83.0% |
| 2019 | 4,569 | 4,655 | 83.7% |
| 2020 | 3,008 | 3,028 | 85.9% |
| 2021 | 3,588 | 3,490 | 87.5% |
| 2022 | 1,490 | 1,421 | 87.9% |
Registered: cars on the DVLA record at the end of the year they were first registered (these counts start in 2014, so older years show a dash). Left: licensed or declared SORN at the end of 2025. Both cover the United Kingdom. Pass rate: first-time passes at normal MOT tests in Great Britain in 2025; all cars: every car first registered the same year.
Volvo V60 annual mileage
The average Volvo V60 covers 9,036 miles a year, worked out from odometer readings at consecutive MOT tests.
Average annual mileage by age
| Vehicle age | Miles a year |
|---|---|
| 4–5 years | 9,946 |
| 6–7 years | 9,751 |
| 8–10 years | 8,894 |
| 11–14 years | 8,275 |
| 15–19 years | 7,495 |
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis 2025 Updated
Volvo V60 registrations over time
Registrations of Volvo V60s for the first time in Great Britain peaked at 5,231 in 2012. In 2025, 1,964 were registered.
Registered for the first time, by year
| Year | First registrations |
|---|---|
| ’01 | 0 |
| ’02 | 0 |
| ’03 | 0 |
| ’04 | 0 |
| ’05 | 0 |
| ’06 | 0 |
| ’07 | 0 |
| ’08 | 0 |
| ’09 | 0 |
| ’10 | 288 |
| ’11 | 3,046 |
| ’12 | 5,231 |
| ’13 | 4,003 |
| ’14 | 4,108 |
| ’15 | 3,598 |
| ’16 | 4,056 |
| ’17 | 3,352 |
| ’18 | 3,973 |
| ’19 | 4,849 |
| ’20 | 3,121 |
| ’21 | 3,689 |
| ’22 | 1,543 |
| ’23 | 1,175 |
| ’24 | 432 |
| ’25 | 1,964 |
Source:DfT / DVLA 2001 to 2025 Updated
Volvo V60 engine sizes and fuel types
Of the 42,788 Volvo V60s licensed in the UK at the end of 2025, 78.1% have an engine of 1,901cc to 2,000cc, and 13.0% have an engine of 1,501cc to 1,600cc. The share with an engine of 1,901cc to 2,000cc has grown from 45.3% in 2014 to 78.1%. Diesels made up 95.4% of those licensed in 2014 and 67.3% in 2025.
Engine sizes, end of 2025
DVLA records engine size in 100cc bands.
| Engine size | Share of those licensed |
|---|---|
| 1,901cc to 2,000cc 33,405 licensed | 78.1% |
| 1,501cc to 1,600cc 5,564 licensed | 13.0% |
| 2,401cc to 2,500cc 3,591 licensed | 8.4% |
| Other sizes 228 licensed | 0.5% |
Source:DfT / DVLA End of 2014 to end of 2025 Updated
| Engine size | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,901–2,000cc | Diesel | 20,774 | 48.6% |
| 1,901–2,000cc | Hybrid | 6,195 | 14.5% |
| 1,501–1,600cc | Diesel | 5,139 | 12.0% |
| 1,901–2,000cc | Petrol | 3,773 | 8.8% |
| 2,401–2,500cc | Diesel | 2,858 | 6.7% |
| 1,901–2,000cc | Plug-in hybrid | 2,663 | 6.2% |
| 2,401–2,500cc | Plug-in hybrid | 732 | 1.7% |
Engine sizes, 2014 to 2025
Share of those licensed at the end of each year, for the most common sizes.
| Year | 1,901–2,000cc | 1,501–1,600cc | 2,401–2,500cc |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 45.3% | 37.6% | 16.8% |
| 2015 | 50.9% | 32.8% | 15.5% |
| 2016 | 56.2% | 27.6% | 15.4% |
| 2017 | 60.4% | 24.0% | 14.8% |
| 2018 | 65.0% | 20.9% | 13.4% |
| 2019 | 69.6% | 18.2% | 11.6% |
| 2020 | 72.2% | 16.6% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | 74.9% | 15.1% | 9.5% |
| 2022 | 75.9% | 14.5% | 9.1% |
| 2023 | 76.7% | 14.0% | 8.8% |
| 2024 | 77.2% | 13.6% | 8.7% |
| 2025 | 78.1% | 13.0% | 8.4% |
Source:DfT / DVLA End of 2014 to end of 2025 Updated
Fuel type, 2014 to 2025
Share of those licensed at the end of each year.
| Year | Diesel | Hybrid | Petrol | Plug-in hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 95.4% | 0.0% | 3.2% | 1.4% |
| 2015 | 94.8% | 0.0% | 3.5% | 1.7% |
| 2016 | 93.3% | 0.0% | 4.1% | 2.6% |
| 2017 | 91.4% | 0.0% | 5.7% | 3.0% |
| 2018 | 89.6% | 0.0% | 7.7% | 2.7% |
| 2019 | 88.0% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 2020 | 83.9% | 1.5% | 11.6% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | 76.4% | 8.0% | 10.7% | 4.9% |
| 2022 | 73.3% | 10.2% | 10.5% | 6.0% |
| 2023 | 71.1% | 11.8% | 10.4% | 6.7% |
| 2024 | 70.2% | 12.2% | 10.4% | 7.1% |
| 2025 | 67.3% | 14.5% | 10.3% | 7.9% |
Source:DfT / DVLA End of 2014 to end of 2025 Updated
United Kingdom figures from DfT table VEH0220 (licensed cars at the end of each year, SORN excluded), so they differ slightly from the Great Britain counts elsewhere on this page. How we use engine sizes.
Volvo V60 fuel economy and CO2
The Vehicle Certification Agency’s new car data lists the Volvo V60 from 2011, and still lists it. On the WLTP test (listings 2019 to 2026), official combined fuel economy for its petrol, diesel, petrol hybrid and diesel hybrid versions ranges from 32.0 to 55.6 mpg, with CO2 of 133 to 200 g/km; plug-in hybrid versions are rated at 112.8 to 352.6 mpg (weighted). On the older NEDC test (listings 2011 to 2018), official combined fuel economy for its petrol and diesel versions ranges from 27.7 to 74.3 mpg, with CO2 of 99 to 237 g/km; plug-in hybrid versions are rated at 128.4 to 156.9 mpg (weighted).
| Engine and fuel | Combined mpg | CO2 g/km | Listed | Euro standard | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 petrol | 32.0–38.5 | 166–200 | 2019–2020 | Euro 6d‑TEMP | 35 |
| 2.0 diesel | 42.6–55.6 | 133–173 | 2019–2020 | Euro 6d‑TEMP | 102 |
| 2.0 petrol hybrid | 33.2–45.5 | 142–192 | 2020–2026 | Euro 6d | 54 |
| 2.0 diesel hybrid | 38.1–47.0 | 154–170 | 2021 | Euro 6d | 4 |
| 2.0 plug-in hybrid | 112.8–352.6 | 17–51 | 2019–2026 | Euro 6d‑TEMP to Euro 6d | 12 |
Older NEDC figures, listed 2011 to 2018 (10 engine and fuel groups)
| Engine and fuel | Combined mpg | CO2 g/km | Listed | Euro standard | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 petrol | 47.9 | 138 | 2015–2016 | Euro 6 | 1 |
| 1.6 petrol | 37.2–47.1 | 139–176 | 2011–2015 | Euro 5 | 27 |
| 2.0 petrol | 34.0–48.7 | 135–194 | 2011–2018 | Euro 5 to Euro 6d‑TEMP | 36 |
| 3.0 petrol | 27.7–28.5 | 237 | 2011–2015 | Euro 5 | 11 |
| 1.6 diesel | 62.8–68.9 | 108–119 | 2011–2015 | Euro 5 | 22 |
| 1.7 diesel | 61.4 | 120 | 2016–2017 | Euro 6 | 1 |
| 2.0 diesel | 46.3–74.3 | 99–162 | 2011–2018 | Euro 5 to Euro 6d‑TEMP | 137 |
| 2.4 diesel | 44.1–61.4 | 120–169 | 2011–2017 | Euro 5 to Euro 6 | 29 |
| 2.0 plug-in hybrid | 128.4 | 49 | 2018 | Euro 6d‑TEMP | 1 |
| 2.4 plug-in hybrid | 155.2–156.9 | 48 | 2013–2018 | Euro 5 to Euro 6 | 10 |
Source:VCA July 2000 to 15 September 2026 Updated
- Official figures from laboratory type-approval tests. VCA says they may not be achieved in real-world driving, and should not be used to rank cars with similar figures.
- NEDC figures (in VCA’s data until September 2018) and WLTP figures (from the 2019 guide) come from different tests, so they are shown separately and should not be compared.
- Plug-in hybrid figures are VCA’s weighted values, which count driving on battery power as well as on fuel.
- Engine sizes are rounded to the nearest 0.1 litre. A version is one line in VCA’s data (description, gearbox, engine and fuel), counted once however many years it was listed. Matched from VCA’s model names “V60, MY20”, “V60 MY19”, “V60, MY21”, “V60, MY19”. How we use VCA’s figures.
Volvo V60 safety recalls
DVSA lists 39 safety recalls for the Volvo V60 since 1992, the first in 2010. The most recent was launched on 6 October 2025.
All 39 Volvo V60 recalls, with defects, remedies and build dates
A recall applies to cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, not to every Volvo V60. The details come from manufacturers through DVSA, which says they may be delayed or incomplete. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check or ask the manufacturer or a dealer. How we match recalls to models.
Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated
Compare the Volvo V60 with other Volvo models
| Model | Licensed | Change on a year | SORN | Rank | Main fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo V60 | 41,893 | +1.0% | 867 | 166 | Diesel |
| Volvo XC40 | 174,993 | +19.6% | 1,060 | 46 | Hybrid |
| Volvo XC60 | 149,383 | +7.1% | 2,413 | 59 | Diesel |
| Volvo XC90 | 91,505 | +3.8% | 6,477 | 104 | Diesel |
| Volvo V40 | 91,276 | −2.0% | 4,457 | 105 | Diesel |
Data sources and methodology
| Figures | Source | Period | Records | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed and SORN counts | Vehicle licensing statistics Department for Transport | End of March 2026 | 42,760 V60 records (licensed and SORN) | 15 September 2026 |
| Registered for the first time | Vehicle licensing statistics Department for Transport | 2001 to 2025 | – | 15 September 2026 |
| MOT results and mileage | Anonymised MOT tests and results Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency Derived statistics UK Motoring | 2025 | 41,185 MOT tests | 15 September 2026 |
- Figures cover Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales). Northern Ireland is not included.
- Licensed counts are vehicles with a current tax or exemption at the end of each year (or the latest quarter). SORN counts are shown separately.
- First registrations count vehicles registered in Great Britain for the first time, including used imports.
- Models are grouped by DVLA’s generic model name, so every generation and trim counts together.
- MOT figures cover normal tests of cars aged three and over in 2025; retests are excluded. Age is rounded to the nearest year.
- DVSA records the model name typed in at the test. We match those names to DVLA’s generic models, so a handful of tests may be counted under a close relative.
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