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PF08 SAF

2008 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

146,413 mi
Last recorded146,413 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 SAF
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 146,413 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 146,413 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 131,144 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 116,622 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear suspension weak , low damping effort

Pass 10 Jul 2014 99,332 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

daamge to screen

front tyres close to legal limit

washer bottle leaking

Pass 1 Aug 2013 86,319 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage to screen

Fail 31 Jul 2013 86,319 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage to screen

front brake pads appear low

n/s/r tyre close to legal limit

Pass 25 Jul 2012 72,867 miles

both rear tyres at 2mm

drivers door mirror hinge weak

front brake pads appear low

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Jul 2011 58,649 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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PF08 SAF is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 99,570 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PF08 SAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PF08 SAF registered?

PF08 SAF is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is PF08 SAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF08 SAF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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