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PX08 VPZ

2008 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

185,283 mi
Last recorded185,283 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 VPZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 185,283 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 23 Mar 2026 185,279 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 17 Mar 2025 167,428 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre out of shape

Pass 19 Mar 2024 145,503 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 141,784 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 136,428 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge almost down to the ply cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 131,566 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 129,628 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 126,918 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 125,038 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 121,779 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 114,497 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 105,781 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 105,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 89,565 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 68,715 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 47,902 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 47,902 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 43,764 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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PX08 VPZ is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 PX08 VPZ, 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 PX08 VPZ registered?

PX08 VPZ is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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The MOT history for PX08 VPZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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