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SB08 MLO

2008 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

137,291 mi
Last recorded137,291 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 MLO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 137,291 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

rear axle surface corrosion

Pass 24 Mar 2024 128,926 miles

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

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

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge and has a cut in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

fuel filler neck pipe damp

Pass 3 Apr 2023 121,126 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 114,477 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 114,477 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box. (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 107,072 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 103,874 miles

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))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 97,019 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 89,909 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 80,404 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 72,006 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 62,880 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 59,472 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 54,213 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 44,494 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 50,942 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 35,039 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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SB08 MLO is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SB08 MLO, 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 SB08 MLO registered?

SB08 MLO is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 23 June 2008.

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