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L7 VOV

2008 Volvo C70

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

88,320 mi
Last recorded88,320 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 VOV
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 88,320 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 87,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slightly damaged slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slightly damaged slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 86,299 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 85,398 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2022 85,398 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 83,741 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 82,832 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 74,942 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 69,790 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 69,790 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 67,674 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2016 65,060 miles

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 62,361 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 59,583 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 52,371 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 41,555 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 41,555 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 29,816 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Apr 2011 29,816 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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L7 VOV is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 74,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L7 VOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L7 VOV registered?

L7 VOV is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is L7 VOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L7 VOV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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