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FA08 GPE

2008 Volvo XC70

Black Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

164,454 mi
Last recorded164,454 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC70100,062 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 GPE
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2015 164,454 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 164,454 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 161,986 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 133,722 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 133,722 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 77,671 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 77,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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FA08 GPE is a 2008 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 FA08 GPE, 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 FA08 GPE registered?

FA08 GPE is a 2008 Volvo XC70, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is FA08 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA08 GPE shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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