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AC08 FWZ

2008 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

162,439 mi
Last recorded162,439 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 FWZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 162,439 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 161,356 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 161,356 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Frame and attached components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 159,791 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 149,926 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 149,926 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 137,567 miles

Rear tyres wearing low on inner edges.

Pass 30 Mar 2017 123,594 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing slightly rough when spun

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing slightly rough when spun

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 110,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 97,175 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 91,482 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 83,663 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 74,418 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 67,151 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 49,497 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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AC08 FWZ is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AC08 FWZ, 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.

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What year was AC08 FWZ registered?

AC08 FWZ is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is AC08 FWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 FWZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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