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BK08 VJZ

2008 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

147,005 mi
Last recorded147,005 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 VJZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 147,005 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 142,484 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 137,142 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 130,741 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 123,202 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 123,202 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 114,120 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 93,957 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 82,877 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 82,877 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 74,490 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 66,626 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edge

both rear tyres slighly out of shape but structure has not failed

nearside rear tyre has nail in tread

Pass 22 Aug 2011 54,731 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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BK08 VJZ is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BK08 VJZ, 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 BK08 VJZ registered?

BK08 VJZ is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is BK08 VJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 VJZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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