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BG08 DDE

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

144,807 mi
Last recorded144,807 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 DDE
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 144,807 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 144,807 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2025 142,529 miles
Fail 14 May 2025 142,529 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2024 140,532 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 137,385 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 137,385 miles

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2022 133,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2021 129,891 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 126,031 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 120,731 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 115,536 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 109,371 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 102,776 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 May 2015 96,436 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 88,736 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 82,355 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 74,250 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 66,389 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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BG08 DDE is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 BG08 DDE, 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 BG08 DDE registered?

BG08 DDE is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is BG08 DDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 DDE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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