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AC08 YBK

2008 Volvo V70

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

134,466 mi
Last recorded134,466 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 YBK
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 134,466 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 128,237 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 121,560 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 116,184 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 111,644 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 106,191 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 102,142 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 95,942 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 95,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 90,337 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 84,669 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 78,103 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 73,208 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 67,770 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2013 62,617 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Wipers poor

Pass 20 Mar 2013 62,617 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)

Wipers poor

Pass 22 Feb 2012 57,751 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 52,702 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 YBK is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YBK, 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 YBK registered?

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

Is AC08 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 YBK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AC08 YBK have outstanding finance?

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