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GU08 VCP

2008 Volvo XC90

Black Petrol 4414cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,419 mi
Last recorded101,419 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC9097,953 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 VCP
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,414cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2022 101,419 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 96,730 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

slight play in both front steering rack ends

Pass 7 Feb 2020 93,243 miles

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

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

play in front inner tie rod end or steering rack

rear inner brake pads getting low

Fail 7 Feb 2020 93,243 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

play in front inner tie rod end or steering rack

rear inner brake pads getting low

Pass 13 Feb 2019 88,468 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 81,505 miles

Slight play internally in steering rack

Fail 21 Feb 2018 81,324 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Slight play internally in steering rack

Pass 3 Mar 2017 75,892 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 75,892 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 68,932 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 63,674 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner face

fuel filler seal perished

Pass 5 Mar 2014 55,822 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 26 Feb 2014 55,679 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 20 Mar 2013 48,601 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 39,637 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 32,103 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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GU08 VCP is a 2008 Volvo XC90 in Black with a 4,414cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GU08 VCP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GU08 VCP?

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What year was GU08 VCP registered?

GU08 VCP is a 2008 Volvo XC90, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is GU08 VCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 VCP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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