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AY08 WAO

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

142,507 mi
Last recorded142,507 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 WAO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2016 142,507 miles

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

handbrake efficiency only just met standards

Pass 9 Apr 2015 137,344 miles

cut to n/s/r tyre outer side wall

wear to front brake discs

windscreen chipped

Fail 2 Apr 2015 137,331 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

wear to front brake discs

windscreen chipped

cut to n/s/r tyre outer side wall

n/s/r trailing arm front bush separating/ very weak - rec; replace

Pass 3 Apr 2014 130,845 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 120,681 miles

both front tyres 2.5 - 3mm tread + wear to edges

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

separating to rear trailing arms front bushes

Pass 5 Mar 2012 111,214 miles

both front tyres on 2mm tread

nail in n/s/r tyre inner edge

Pass 17 Feb 2011 100,857 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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AY08 WAO is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AY08 WAO, 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 AY08 WAO registered?

AY08 WAO is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is AY08 WAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 WAO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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