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DK08 YCP

2008 Volvo C70

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

129,759 mi
Last recorded129,759 miles
Recorded on28 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 YCP
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2022 129,759 miles

Front tyres x 2 edges worn

Pass 11 May 2021 118,133 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 May 2021 118,133 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2019 111,354 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 107,411 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 100,815 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 96,646 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Fail 17 Feb 2015 89,154 miles

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

offside front spring corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2015 89,154 miles

offside front spring corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2014 83,468 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 73,391 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 63,608 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 55,627 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

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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DK08 YCP is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DK08 YCP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK08 YCP registered?

DK08 YCP is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DK08 YCP safe to buy?

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