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DU08 VSZ

2008 Volvo XC70

Red Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

151,959 mi
Last recorded151,959 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC70100,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 VSZ
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 151,959 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 138,946 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 125,725 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 113,903 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 99,236 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 89,737 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 85,328 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 80,109 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 66,313 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2015 66,120 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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)

both rear tyres cracking/perished

both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

nearside rear tyre cut but not showing cords

offside front tyre cut but not showing cords

Pass 20 May 2014 56,667 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 48,640 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2013 48,640 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 23 May 2012 40,476 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 31,820 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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DU08 VSZ is a 2008 Volvo XC70 in Red with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DU08 VSZ, 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

How do I check the history of DU08 VSZ?

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What year was DU08 VSZ registered?

DU08 VSZ is a 2008 Volvo XC70, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DU08 VSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 VSZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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