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AU08 VYJ

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

108,491 mi
Last recorded108,491 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 108,491 miles

plastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Apr 2023 108,491 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

plastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2022 101,797 miles

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))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 93,284 miles

Nearside Mirror glass missing

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

Fail 7 Apr 2021 93,284 miles

Exhaust system insecure 2 rear brackets repaired (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Mirror glass missing

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

Pass 24 Apr 2020 89,179 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 81,051 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 74,777 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2017 70,899 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 70,069 miles

Nearside Rear tyre uneven tread wear inner edge

Offside Rear tyre uneven tread wear inner tread

Pass 29 Sep 2015 60,322 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 53,416 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 44,368 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 35,418 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 34,457 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 26,117 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 VYJ is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VYJ, 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

How do I check the history of AU08 VYJ?

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What year was AU08 VYJ registered?

AU08 VYJ is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AU08 VYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 VYJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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