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AB08 VJO

2008 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

175,912 mi
Last recorded175,912 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC70100,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 VJO
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 175,912 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 175,912 miles

Nearside Front Outer Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 164,844 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 164,840 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2019 143,015 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 142,400 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre wear to outer edge

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp slightly dimmer than nearside front (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity bulb dull (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

engine under covers fitted

Pass 12 May 2018 125,792 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 10 May 2018 125,789 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Lower Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 109,750 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2016 92,535 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 74,920 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 68,775 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 57,913 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 2012 47,418 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 47,418 miles

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

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

Pass 13 May 2011 37,261 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 VJO is a 2008 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VJO, 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 VJO registered?

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

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