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FV08 JVC

2008 Volvo XC70

Gold Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

112,776 mi
Last recorded112,776 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC70100,062 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 JVC
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 112,776 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 112,776 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 89,455 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering heavy

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arms, front bushes very worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2025 89,455 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Power steering heavy

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arms, front bushes very worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 78,728 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 76,137 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre bald on inner edge

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

tracking

Pass 24 Aug 2022 69,180 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 61,664 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 59,882 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 52,942 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 47,862 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 41,391 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 33,652 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 31,004 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 28,757 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 25,546 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 25,546 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 22,758 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 18,222 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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FV08 JVC is a 2008 Volvo XC70 in Gold with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FV08 JVC, 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.

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What year was FV08 JVC registered?

FV08 JVC is a 2008 Volvo XC70, first registered on 19 April 2008.

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