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AB08 VJL

2008 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

129,042 mi
Last recorded129,042 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC70100,062 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 VJL
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 129,042 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 116,313 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2024 104,101 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 92,775 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 86,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (235/55/17) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (235/55/17) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 78,953 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 71,268 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 66,235 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 59,260 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 59,258 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 56,514 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2016 53,823 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 50,166 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 46,282 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 41,797 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 38,804 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 33,730 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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AB08 VJL is a 2008 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 100,062 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 VJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB08 VJL registered?

AB08 VJL is a 2008 Volvo XC70, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is AB08 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 VJL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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