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AJ58 FTE

2008 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

217,034 mi
Last recorded217,034 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC70100,062 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 FTE
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 217,034 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

exhaust deteriorating.

power steering assistance appears to be reduced. further investigation recommended.

Pass 13 Sep 2024 205,211 miles

Nearside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated catch defective (3.1 (c))

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

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

Rear brakes can be felt dragging when rotated by hand, further investigation recommended.

i believe this is due to the canbus self test, however lights appear to work correctly. the direction indicators are hard to check due to the flashing tester, and should be checked on the trailer before towing.

trailer socket tester flashes when inserted,

Fail 6 Sep 2024 205,173 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

Nearside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated catch defective (3.1 (c))

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

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

Rear brakes can be felt dragging when rotated by hand, further investigation recommended.

Pass 4 Sep 2023 194,612 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 178,764 miles

general corrosion.

Fail 4 Aug 2022 178,761 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached bracket fractured. (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

exhaust deteriorating.

general corrosion.

Pass 31 Jul 2021 167,616 miles

Brake pipes greased

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Slightly damaged on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 155,917 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 155,917 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 148,213 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 140,838 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 128,076 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 128,074 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 114,564 miles

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

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 4 Aug 2015 100,894 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 86,226 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Sep 2014 86,226 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

eml on

Pass 12 Sep 2013 73,618 miles

N/S/R tyre edges worn

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 60,125 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 43,665 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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AJ58 FTE is a 2008 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AJ58 FTE, 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.

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What year was AJ58 FTE registered?

AJ58 FTE is a 2008 Volvo XC70, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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