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AN08 MWG

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

97,992 mi
Last recorded97,992 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 MWG
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 97,992 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 92,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2023 90,905 miles

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 30 May 2023 90,905 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 88,965 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Mar 2022 88,965 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 86,374 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 86,351 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 86,081 miles

Engine cover fitted

Engine malfunction on screen (no EML/MIL)

Power steering slightly stiff

Under trays fitted

Pass 22 Nov 2019 82,850 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Engine cover fitted

Engine malfunction on screen light not on dash

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

Power steering slight stiff

Under trays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2018 78,169 miles

Engine covers & Under trays fitted at time of test

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 78,169 miles

Engine covers & Under trays fitted at time of test

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 70,591 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2016 63,546 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2015 52,443 miles

emissions to clean to register

front brake discs have slight corrosion on inner surface

Pass 8 Jun 2015 49,614 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 40,584 miles

rear brake pads worn and starting to get low

Fail 24 Jun 2014 40,575 miles

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

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

rear brake pads worn and starting to get low

Pass 27 Jun 2013 35,086 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jun 2012 33,520 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 28,300 miles

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

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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AN08 MWG is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AN08 MWG, 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 AN08 MWG registered?

AN08 MWG is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is AN08 MWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 MWG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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