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AM08 XKY

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

129,528 mi
Last recorded129,528 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 XKY
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 129,528 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 128,199 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Sill covers fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2024 126,819 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2023 125,304 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2022 123,128 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 121,476 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2021 121,476 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rotation (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 118,819 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 117,803 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 113,197 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 104,991 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 104,991 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 103,188 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 99,557 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 96,165 miles

offside rear tyre on inner edge, and both front tyres on inner edges are on tread limits

Pass 13 Mar 2013 84,245 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 13 Mar 2013 84,245 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 69,699 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 57,779 miles

advise zero emissions at time of test

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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AM08 XKY is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AM08 XKY, 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 AM08 XKY registered?

AM08 XKY is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AM08 XKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 XKY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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