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AX57 CTE

2008 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

120,925 mi
Last recorded120,925 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX57 CTE
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 120,925 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 109,996 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 100,236 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2023 100,236 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 91,073 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 91,073 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 86,278 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 79,934 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 77,301 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 66,850 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 60,294 miles

washer fluid leaking by outlet pipe on bottle

Pass 20 Dec 2016 55,467 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/r (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Dec 2016 55,467 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/r (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 48,873 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 44,737 miles

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

Nearside front amber side marker light not working (not bulb).

Offside front tyre pressure low.

Plastic sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 44,737 miles

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

Nearside front amber side marker light not working (not bulb).

Offside front tyre pressure low.

Plastic sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2013 41,177 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 38,605 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2011 33,947 miles

Offside rear tyre worn on the outer edge

Pass 3 Feb 2011 28,894 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 28,295 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside front tyre

n/s/r tyre below 1.6mm on outer edge (steped tread)

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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AX57 CTE is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AX57 CTE, 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 AX57 CTE?

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What year was AX57 CTE registered?

AX57 CTE is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is AX57 CTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX57 CTE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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