Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 40 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,236

£186/month

MOT Pass Rate

83%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 18-32

1969cc Hybrid

Solid Option

83% pass rate, £2,236/year to run. Close to the average across all models.

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Hybrid1969cc6 years old40 tests31k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Hybrid, 1969cc)

~36 mpg (petrol-engine estimate; hybrids usually use less)

£1,631

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,236

Per month£186/mo

Per week£43/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

83% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. It falls below the Volvo brand average of 87%.

83% of MOT tests on Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Autos from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 40 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 30,524 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models2438th of 2,554(bottom 5%)

Rank among Volvo models433rd of 619(bottom half)

vs average of all models+1%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average-9%(92% avg)

vs Volvo average-4%(87% avg)

Mileage Analysis

30,524

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto had 30,524 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	91%	126	28,446 mi
2020	83%	40	30,524 mi

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About the 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto

The 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto is a premium car. Our records list a 1969cc hybrid engine, though engines vary between versions. 40 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 5% of 2020 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 30,524 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto Fuel Costs

The 1969cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Our estimate uses around 36 mpg, the figure for a petrol engine of this size, which works out to roughly £1,631 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid it should use less than that, and real-world fuel costs depend a lot on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,236 (£186/month), broken down as £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 83% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto

At 6 years old, the Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 40 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Hybrid Battery Health

Medium risk

After 6 years, hybrid battery capacity may have reduced. A full replacement costs £2,000-£4,000, though reconditioning is cheaper at £500-£1,500.

Inverter and Power Electronics

Low risk

The inverter converts DC to AC for the electric motor. Failures are expensive (£1,500+) but relatively rare. Listen for unusual buzzing sounds.

Regenerative Braking

Medium risk

Brake discs can corrode from reduced use (the electric motor handles most braking). Surface rust is normal but deep pitting needs attention.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto(2020)	83%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,236
Mercedes C(2018)	90%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086-£150
Toyota Yaris(2019)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£383
MINI Cooper S(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£383
Land Rover Range Rover Sport(2019)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086-£150

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto

Is the 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 83% of MOT tests on 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Autos ended in a pass, from 40 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 1 point above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,236 a year (£186 a month): £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto?

83% of 40 MOT tests on the 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2438th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (bottom 5%).

What is the average mileage for a 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Volvo V60 R-Design B5 MHEV Auto is 30,524 miles, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.