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AU08 KGX

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

126,895 mi
Last recorded126,895 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 KGX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 126,895 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 124,795 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 122,486 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 119,954 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 117,056 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 117,056 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 114,231 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 111,409 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 108,994 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 104,217 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 101,819 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 94,295 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 83,249 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 72,414 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 61,946 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 58,228 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 43,670 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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AU08 KGX is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AU08 KGX, 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 AU08 KGX registered?

AU08 KGX is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is AU08 KGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 KGX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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