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AC08 YBJ

2008 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

122,087 mi
Last recorded122,087 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 YBJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 122,087 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 116,769 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 25 Jun 2025 116,769 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 3 Jun 2025 116,336 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 115,211 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 112,712 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 108,251 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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))

Fail 10 Oct 2022 108,251 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 104,353 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 102,047 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Oct 2020 102,047 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 83,296 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 83,296 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2018 78,119 miles

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

under tray fitted. not allowing full inspection of testable items

Pass 13 Jun 2017 74,413 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 13 Jun 2017 74,413 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also low on tread (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 70,866 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 65,359 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 65,359 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 60,151 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 56,922 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 53,376 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 49,296 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 YBJ is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 YBJ, 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 YBJ registered?

AC08 YBJ is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is AC08 YBJ safe to buy?

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