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AU08 XGZ

2008 Volvo XC90

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

197,164 mi
Last recorded197,164 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC9097,953 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 XGZ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 197,164 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 180,133 miles

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))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2018 180,133 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (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))

Parking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2017
Pass 3 Oct 2015 165,314 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

wipers poor

Pass 18 Sep 2014 142,946 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 141,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 116,254 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 116,252 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 88,170 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 67,590 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)

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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AU08 XGZ is a 2008 Volvo XC90 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 97,953 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 XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 XGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo XC90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU08 XGZ?

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What year was AU08 XGZ registered?

AU08 XGZ is a 2008 Volvo XC90, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AU08 XGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 XGZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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