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DE08 PHJ

2008 Volvo C70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,310 mi
Last recorded130,310 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 PHJ
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 130,310 miles

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 8 Apr 2024 128,564 miles

Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 14 Apr 2023 125,000 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 120,699 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 119,608 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Jul 2018 118,910 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 115,415 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 111,536 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 95,765 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 70,408 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 37,054 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 26,335 miles

O/S/R tyre worn inner edge

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2011 15,795 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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DE08 PHJ is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 74,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE08 PHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DE08 PHJ registered?

DE08 PHJ is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is DE08 PHJ safe to buy?

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