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RK08 XMR

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

154,844 mi
Last recorded154,844 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 XMR
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 154,844 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2021 154,844 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 May 2019 141,900 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 130,336 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 125,666 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 110,541 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 97,383 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 87,934 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 68,143 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 62,890 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

NOTE- Child seat fitted to offside rear, seat/belt not tested

Nearside Front 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)

perishing to all front lower arm bushes, both sides

slight distortion to nearside rear tyre + cuts in tread

Fail 9 Dec 2011 62,890 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

NOTE- Child seat fitted to offside rear, seat/belt not tested

Nearside Front 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

perishing to all front lower arm bushes, both sides

slight distortion to nearside rear tyre + cuts in tread

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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RK08 XMR is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 RK08 XMR, 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 RK08 XMR registered?

RK08 XMR is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 12 May 2008.

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The MOT history for RK08 XMR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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