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FP08 OLG

2008 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

169,708 mi
Last recorded169,708 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC70100,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 OLG
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 169,708 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 164,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 158,321 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 Sep 2023 158,317 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Sep 2022 152,781 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Sep 2021 146,458 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 139,749 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 133,613 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 124,297 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 120,472 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 13 Sep 2017 120,472 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Sep 2016 109,326 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 97,681 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 84,384 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 70,402 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 57,004 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 52,222 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 40,026 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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FP08 OLG is a 2008 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FP08 OLG, 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 FP08 OLG registered?

FP08 OLG is a 2008 Volvo XC70, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is FP08 OLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 OLG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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