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AC08 FXG

2008 Volvo V70

Black Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

115,804 mi
Last recorded115,804 miles
Recorded on27 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 FXG
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2020 115,804 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 103,947 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Apr 2019 103,947 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 91,741 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 86,898 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 86,897 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 77,799 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 77,799 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 70,011 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 24 Mar 2014 49,782 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

n/s and o/s front tyres low in centre of tread suspect tyre pressure incorrect

small cut in n/s front outer side wall not to cord

Pass 22 Mar 2013 36,127 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 26,904 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 17,423 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f tyre has cut in side wall not showing cords

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 FXG is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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

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 FXG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC08 FXG registered?

AC08 FXG is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AC08 FXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 FXG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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