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AC08 XZZ

2008 Volvo XC70

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

191,305 mi
Last recorded191,305 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC70100,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 XZZ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 191,305 miles
Fail 28 May 2025 191,062 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 188,885 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2024 188,885 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 188,429 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 6 Feb 2023 188,245 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Feb 2022 184,772 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 181,291 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 178,164 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 173,007 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 165,188 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 150,698 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 133,614 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 117,657 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 117,565 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 101,414 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 85,393 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 77,681 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 63,080 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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AC08 XZZ is a 2008 Volvo XC70 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 100,062 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 XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC08 XZZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC08 XZZ registered?

AC08 XZZ is a 2008 Volvo XC70, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is AC08 XZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 XZZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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