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RK08 XOL

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

100,020 mi
Last recorded100,020 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 100,020 miles

Rear Tyres wearing on inner shoulders

Pass 12 Mar 2024 96,810 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 92,841 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 88,935 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 82,841 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 82,841 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 78,298 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 73,584 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 68,674 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 64,186 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 58,872 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 53,896 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 48,310 miles

Both front brake discs are worn slightly

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2013 48,310 miles

Both front brake discs are worn slightly

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 45,142 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 40,425 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 18,145 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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RK08 XOL is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue 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 RK08 XOL, 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 XOL registered?

RK08 XOL is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is RK08 XOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 XOL 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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