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FE08 FXT

2008 Volvo XC90

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

167,942 mi
Last recorded167,942 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC9097,953 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 FXT
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 167,942 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 152,879 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear disc brakes corroded

Pass 10 Oct 2016 141,961 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner wish bone bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner wish bone bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Oct 2016 141,961 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner wish bone bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner wish bone bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 127,652 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 14 Sep 2015 127,652 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 110,107 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 110,107 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 23 Sep 2013 92,034 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 92,034 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2012 73,993 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 73,993 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 44,672 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC90?

Based on 1,122,947 MOT tests across 82,375 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
8,281
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
82,375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23,030
position lamp(s) not working 22,417
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21,465
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,860
Registration plate lamp not working 14,842
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FE08 FXT is a 2008 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2008 Volvo XC90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 97,953 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 XC90 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 23,030 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE08 FXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC90 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo XC90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FE08 FXT registered?

FE08 FXT is a 2008 Volvo XC90, first registered on 6 March 2008.

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