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BG58 EOY

2008 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,943 mi
Last recorded148,943 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 EOY
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 148,943 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

poor pattern nearside headlight

Pass 23 Dec 2024 121,311 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2024 121,119 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 90,160 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 88,617 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 86,545 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 86,545 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 85,087 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 84,155 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 82,781 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 82,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 81,157 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 79,413 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 77,213 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 74,637 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 72,070 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 69,828 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 65,622 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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BG58 EOY is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BG58 EOY, 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 BG58 EOY registered?

BG58 EOY is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 20 November 2008.

Is BG58 EOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 EOY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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