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RK08 XOO

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

141,395 mi
Last recorded141,395 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 XOO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 141,395 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 136,621 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 132,818 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 132,814 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 123,462 miles

both rear tyres have uneven tread wear on the inner edges

Pass 25 Aug 2021 120,271 miles

both rear tyres out of shape on the inside edges

Pass 19 Aug 2020 116,454 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 112,510 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 103,142 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 95,746 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 87,504 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 76,733 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 65,552 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 55,801 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 41,597 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 29,954 miles

the nearside wing mirror is cracked

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 XOO is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 XOO, 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 RK08 XOO registered?

RK08 XOO is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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