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AB08 OGC

2008 Volvo C70

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

114,687 mi
Last recorded114,687 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 OGC
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 114,687 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 111,031 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 105,592 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 99,999 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 95,737 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 90,611 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 85,538 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner joint (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2019 85,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner joint (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 78,676 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 61,369 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 46,077 miles

Nearside Front Inner side wall has perishing splits but no cords visible

Offside Front Inner side wall has perishing splits but no cords visible

Pass 16 Sep 2015 41,476 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 37,316 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 30,949 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 May 2012 23,646 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges and uneven may cause noise like wheel bearing

hand brake near end of travel

n/s/r wheel buckled

o/s/f tyre cut in sidewall 235/40/18

Pass 27 Apr 2011 16,332 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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AB08 OGC is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 74,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 OGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB08 OGC registered?

AB08 OGC is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is AB08 OGC safe to buy?

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