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DG08 ENC

2008 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

103,095 mi
Last recorded103,095 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC70100,062 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 ENC
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 103,095 miles

sills covered

Pass 9 Oct 2024 100,586 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2024 100,586 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 12 Sep 2024 100,576 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Offside Front side light out

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 97,684 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

Fail 2 Sep 2023 97,678 miles

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

FRONT INNER SUSPENSION BUSHES WORN

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing RUSTY

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing RUSTY

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 5 Sep 2022 94,005 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON...

FRONT INNER SUSPENSION BUSHES WORN...

Nearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated WEAK... (3.1 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing RUSTY... (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing RUSTY... (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 88,205 miles

Nearside Body component slightly loose Wing mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 85,024 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 80,061 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 76,076 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 70,842 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 64,382 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 57,572 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 51,142 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 51,142 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 46,762 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 40,127 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 34,939 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 ENC is a 2008 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ENC, 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.

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What year was DG08 ENC registered?

DG08 ENC is a 2008 Volvo XC70, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is DG08 ENC safe to buy?

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