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PR05 BAT

2008 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

135,970 mi
Last recorded135,970 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPR05 BAT
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 135,970 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 135,935 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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 20 Dec 2024 113,449 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2024 113,426 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 98,769 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 81,588 miles

Zero emissions recorded

Pass 14 Dec 2021 67,745 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 57,172 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 45,382 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 38,047 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 35,544 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 32,964 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 29,215 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 25,752 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 21,786 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 17,770 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 13,680 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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PR05 BAT is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PR05 BAT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PR05 BAT registered?

PR05 BAT is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is PR05 BAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PR05 BAT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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