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EY08 GDV

2008 Volvo C70

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

119,991 mi
Last recorded119,991 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 GDV
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2019 119,991 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 105,069 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 25 Sep 2018 105,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 90,719 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 90,719 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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EY08 GDV is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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

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 EY08 GDV, 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

How do I check the history of EY08 GDV?

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What year was EY08 GDV registered?

EY08 GDV is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is EY08 GDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 GDV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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