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AK58 YCC

2008 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

279,229 mi
Last recorded279,229 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC70100,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 YCC
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 279,229 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides, faded (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust sleeve defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Apr 2025 279,229 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides, faded (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust sleeve defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 266,318 miles

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

tyres not same size front to rear

Pass 12 Apr 2023 256,511 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 245,609 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides, fading (4.1.4 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear seats inaccessible can not test seat belts

Fail 12 Apr 2022 245,609 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides, fading (4.1.4 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

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

Offside Front Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear seats inaccessible can not test seat belts

Pass 26 Mar 2021 231,682 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 25 Mar 2021 231,682 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Advise early replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 223,860 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both sides, weakened (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, low on tread and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Wipers smeary

Pass 30 Apr 2019 205,096 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 205,041 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front brake pads may be wearing thin.

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Apr 2018 183,790 miles

Damping effect in both front shock absorbers weak

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 183,790 miles

Damping effect in both front shock absorbers weak

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 168,329 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 142,002 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 118,357 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 92,143 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 71,762 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 60,167 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 44,414 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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AK58 YCC is a 2008 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,400cc 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 AK58 YCC, 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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AK58 YCC is a 2008 Volvo XC70, first registered on 4 September 2008.

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