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AB08 OFP

2008 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

115,280 mi
Last recorded115,280 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 OFP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 115,280 miles

Central Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 23 Sep 2025 115,249 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 3 Oct 2024 109,793 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 100,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 92,673 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 83,359 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 83,359 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 74,090 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 74,084 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front radial arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 70,267 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 65,840 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 58,921 miles

front tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 15 May 2015 54,055 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 47,231 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 40,314 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 32,827 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 26,176 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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AB08 OFP is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AB08 OFP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB08 OFP registered?

AB08 OFP is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is AB08 OFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 OFP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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