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AC08 ZBT

2008 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

155,757 mi
Last recorded155,757 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 ZBT
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 155,757 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 20 May 2026 155,757 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 151,652 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 147,353 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 144,055 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts wearing on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2022 138,669 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 133,689 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 130,909 miles

Both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 126,364 miles

Nearside Rear Slightly out of shape

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 120,553 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 112,593 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 106,572 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 99,893 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 91,695 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 85,845 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 80,421 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 73,761 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 May 2011 73,761 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 ZBT is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Gold 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 ZBT, 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 ZBT registered?

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

Is AC08 ZBT safe to buy?

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