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RV58 BZR

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

228,929 mi
Last recorded228,929 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 BZR
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2025 228,929 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Fail 20 Jul 2025 228,929 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

under tray fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2024 203,240 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 182,684 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 171,011 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 152,002 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 152,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 139,149 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 136,667 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2018 131,866 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 131,866 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 122,058 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 3 Oct 2016 115,107 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 107,091 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 99,867 miles

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)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 89,949 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 77,550 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 66,817 miles

Both rear tyres starting to go out of shape

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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RV58 BZR is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RV58 BZR, 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 RV58 BZR registered?

RV58 BZR is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is RV58 BZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 BZR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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