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AC08 XZM

2008 Volvo V70

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

181,165 mi
Last recorded181,165 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 XZM
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 181,165 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 180,524 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 180,446 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 179,032 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 178,288 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 176,439 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 174,768 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 167,793 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 11 Jan 2019 167,793 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Jan 2018 153,400 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 26 Jan 2018 153,400 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Jan 2017 138,206 miles

covers / under trays

front pads getting low

rear springs have corrosion

Fail 27 Jan 2017 138,205 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

covers / under trays

front pads getting low

rear springs have corrosion

Pass 29 Jan 2016 121,908 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 115,050 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 98,873 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 82,179 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 82,128 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 26 Apr 2012 68,593 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 68,225 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 51,301 miles

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

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 XZM is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 XZM, 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 XZM registered?

AC08 XZM is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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