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AN08 VUW

2008 Volvo C70

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

140,588 mi
Last recorded140,588 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 VUW
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 140,588 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 26 Nov 2024 135,398 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 131,008 miles

Rear rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2022 124,224 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 118,101 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 108,138 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside door mirror backing cover missing but not causing sharp edges

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 27 Jan 2020 108,138 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside door mirror backing cover missing but not causing sharp edges

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 27 Feb 2019 103,054 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly deteriorated

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge slightly worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 7 Feb 2018 97,568 miles

Offside door mirror backing cover missing but not causing sharp edges

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 3 Mar 2017 93,126 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 28 Jun 2016 87,561 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 28 Jun 2016 87,561 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 10 Jul 2015 78,275 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 67,697 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 56,775 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 43,581 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 32,574 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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AN08 VUW is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 74,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AN08 VUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AN08 VUW registered?

AN08 VUW is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is AN08 VUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 VUW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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