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AC08 SJU

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

117,820 mi
Last recorded117,820 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 117,820 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 109,013 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 100,430 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 91,139 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 84,413 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2020 78,554 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 72,929 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 65,677 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 51,542 miles

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

Non-standard DRL unit flickering.

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 44,846 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 41,956 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 41,956 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 39,964 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 32,989 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 25,827 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 21,261 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front to rear brake pipes covered in wax oil

Pass 31 Mar 2011 17,968 miles

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

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

engine oil level close to min

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 SJU is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SJU, 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 SJU registered?

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

Is AC08 SJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 SJU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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