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PY08 MKV

2008 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,989 mi
Last recorded130,989 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 MKV
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2016 130,989 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 130,975 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 May 2015 120,779 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 106,956 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 91,715 miles

fas not detected

Pass 11 Jun 2012 69,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

fas not detected

Pass 16 Jun 2011 48,972 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 48,972 miles

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

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

nsr tyre slightly out of shape

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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PY08 MKV is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PY08 MKV, 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 PY08 MKV registered?

PY08 MKV is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is PY08 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY08 MKV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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