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RK08 XSH

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

61,406 mi
Last recorded61,406 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 XSH
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 61,406 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 60,414 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 59,504 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 58,392 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 58,381 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 57,191 miles

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

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

front exhaust flange corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2020 56,238 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 53,054 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 49,747 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine covers & under trays

Pass 16 Jun 2017 47,019 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 47,008 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner shoulder (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre bald around inner shoulder

Pass 13 Jun 2016 43,886 miles

anti theft devise fitted in place of fuel cap

Pass 10 Jun 2015 40,607 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jun 2014 36,764 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 33,165 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Jun 2012 28,228 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 23,556 miles

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat

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 XSH is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc 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 XSH, 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

How do I check the history of RK08 XSH?

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What year was RK08 XSH registered?

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

Is RK08 XSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 XSH 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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