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R3 SMS

2008 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

49,866 mi
Last recorded49,866 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 SMS
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 49,866 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 48,316 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 47,292 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 45,616 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 44,337 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 42,246 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 40,010 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 38,846 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 36,288 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 34,300 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 34,300 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 32,835 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 30,197 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 30,197 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 25,200 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 21,501 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 18,008 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 13,438 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 13,438 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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R3 SMS is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Gold 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 R3 SMS, 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 R3 SMS registered?

R3 SMS is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is R3 SMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 SMS 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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