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DG08 EKZ

2008 Volvo XC70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,428 mi
Last recorded64,428 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC70100,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 EKZ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 64,428 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2024 63,470 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 61,932 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 60,931 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 58,989 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 56,636 miles

Offside Rear rear lense insecure .

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear. (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 55,779 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 53,304 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 50,185 miles

exhaust centre bracket missing

Fail 27 Feb 2018 50,185 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust centre bracket missing

Pass 28 Feb 2017 45,160 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 41,517 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 36,885 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 33,211 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2013 28,906 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Mar 2013 28,904 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2012 24,951 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 20,589 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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DG08 EKZ is a 2008 Volvo XC70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 100,062 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG08 EKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG08 EKZ registered?

DG08 EKZ is a 2008 Volvo XC70, first registered on 13 March 2008.

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The MOT history for DG08 EKZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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