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GU08 VDK

2008 Volvo XC90

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

124,353 mi
Last recorded124,353 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo XC9097,953 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 VDK
MakeVolvo
ModelXC90
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 124,353 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 121,943 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 120,122 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 113,977 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 112,251 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 110,907 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2020 110,014 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 101,336 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 101,296 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both inside face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam faulty (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 98,426 miles

emissions to clean to read

Pass 22 Feb 2017 93,925 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 90,671 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 84,947 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 76,849 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 66,545 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Feb 2012 58,873 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 48,419 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 VDK is a 2008 Volvo XC90 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VDK, 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

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What year was GU08 VDK registered?

GU08 VDK is a 2008 Volvo XC90, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GU08 VDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 VDK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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