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AC08 SGX

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

121,507 mi
Last recorded121,507 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 SGX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 121,507 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Apr 2024 121,507 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 117,606 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn bald (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn bald (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Feb 2022 112,305 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 24 Feb 2022 112,305 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Jun 2021 108,750 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 108,750 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 104,272 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 8 Feb 2019 96,531 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Feb 2018 89,551 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 80,435 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 70,908 miles

Nearside Rear nail in nsr tyre.

Pass 7 Mar 2015 57,263 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 49,384 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 39,402 miles

Near side rear tyre outer edge perishing/cracked

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 29,929 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 20,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 20,330 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 SGX is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SGX, 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 SGX registered?

AC08 SGX is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AC08 SGX safe to buy?

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