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RV58 RCF

2008 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,625 mi
Last recorded138,625 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 RCF
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 138,625 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 126,381 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 116,301 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 116,164 miles

Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 108,319 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 108,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2021 102,326 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2021 102,326 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 99,903 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 97,734 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 94,303 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 90,156 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 85,560 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 80,905 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 78,187 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 67,408 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 67,408 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 56,023 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 56,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 42,749 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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RV58 RCF is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RCF, 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 RV58 RCF?

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What year was RV58 RCF registered?

RV58 RCF is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 October 2008.

Is RV58 RCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 RCF shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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