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AA08 YMO

2008 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

181,344 mi
Last recorded181,344 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 YMO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 181,344 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 181,344 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 171,594 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 164,224 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 152,041 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 152,041 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 141,321 miles

Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Apr 2016 116,899 miles

UNDERCOVER OBSTRUCTING VIEW

Pass 1 May 2015
Fail 1 May 2015 103,766 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2014 81,121 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat.unable to check seat belt.

Pass 1 May 2013 59,923 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 59,923 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 May 2012 47,191 miles

n/s front brake hose not in bracket fully

o/s front plastic mud shield [under wing] is inbetween spring coils

Pass 18 May 2011 36,872 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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AA08 YMO is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 99,570 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AA08 YMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA08 YMO registered?

AA08 YMO is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is AA08 YMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 YMO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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