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AO08 YMW

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,143 mi
Last recorded102,143 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 YMW
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 102,143 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 95,536 miles

vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 13 Nov 2023 87,787 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2023 87,785 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 75,837 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre has excessive stepped wear in tread

Rear washers not working

Pass 16 Dec 2021 67,772 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 67,772 miles

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 63,244 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 58,644 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 53,481 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 49,620 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 49,620 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 45,754 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 40,551 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 35,984 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 33,443 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 29,577 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 26,066 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 26,066 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 19,185 miles

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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AO08 YMW is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AO08 YMW, 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 AO08 YMW registered?

AO08 YMW is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is AO08 YMW safe to buy?

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