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BD08 HWY

2008 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,536 mi
Last recorded76,536 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 HWY
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 76,536 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))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 71,337 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 68,484 miles
Pass 8 May 2023 62,519 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 58,068 miles
Fail 18 May 2022 58,068 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2021 53,593 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 51,541 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 46,572 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 41,522 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 41,522 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 37,683 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 32,033 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 32,033 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 27,052 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 23,104 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 19,125 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 19,125 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 15,559 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 12,627 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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BD08 HWY is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BD08 HWY, 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 BD08 HWY registered?

BD08 HWY is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is BD08 HWY safe to buy?

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