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RV08 VZA

2008 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

213,573 mi
Last recorded213,573 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 VZA
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 213,573 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2024 213,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 198,783 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2021 178,274 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 165,498 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 157,601 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 157,601 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 153,611 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 144,099 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 136,596 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 127,569 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 115,815 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 104,125 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 82,718 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 66,669 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 64,658 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 64,656 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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RV08 VZA is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RV08 VZA, 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 RV08 VZA registered?

RV08 VZA is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is RV08 VZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 VZA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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