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AU08 MBV

2008 Volvo V70

Red Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

169,276 mi
Last recorded169,276 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 MBV
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 169,276 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 166,830 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 164,449 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front corroding on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2023 164,449 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front corroding on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 161,633 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 159,258 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2021 159,242 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 157,288 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 155,591 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 152,906 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 149,289 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 141,998 miles

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2015 121,446 miles

engine and under covers fitted

Fail 17 Nov 2015 121,446 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2014 114,094 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2013 105,307 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 105,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 84,148 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 84,148 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 62,828 miles

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

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 MBV is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AU08 MBV, 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.

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What year was AU08 MBV registered?

AU08 MBV is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 3 July 2008.

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