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AC08 FWX

2008 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

175,007 mi
Last recorded175,007 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC70100,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 FWX
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 175,007 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 156,329 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

both rear coil springs very rusty

Pass 13 Mar 2024 142,712 miles

Rear suspension rusty

Pass 14 Mar 2023 134,928 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 126,719 miles

Engine covers and under-trays are fitted which may obscure some components

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Small deep cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Small deep cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 120,861 miles

engine covers and under shields fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2020 115,191 miles

advise engine and sill covers fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2019 106,917 miles

engine covers and undershields fitted

Fail 18 Mar 2019 106,915 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers and undershields fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2018 99,608 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

both rear brake discs are pitted

Fail 5 Mar 2018 99,606 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

both rear brake discs are pitted

Pass 28 Feb 2017 92,128 miles

advise engine and sill covers fitted

Fail 28 Feb 2017 92,128 miles

Central Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise engine and sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2016 82,926 miles

ENGINE COVERS FITTED

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

UNDERSHEILDS FITTED

Pass 2 Mar 2015 72,058 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 63,441 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2013 52,866 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2012 43,429 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 32,114 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

cuts to both rear tyres

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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AC08 FWX is a 2008 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AC08 FWX, 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 AC08 FWX registered?

AC08 FWX is a 2008 Volvo XC70, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is AC08 FWX safe to buy?

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