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SB08 MLZ

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

126,248 mi
Last recorded126,248 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 MLZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 126,248 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2019 126,248 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 118,470 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 118,470 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 112,251 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 101,871 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 89,984 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 89,984 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front and rear brake discs slightly worn

rear n/s brake pads getting low

Pass 18 Jun 2014 79,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Jun 2014 790 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jun 2013 64,149 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut to nearside front tyre, outer sidewall (not showing cords)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 64,149 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut to nearside front tyre, outer sidewall (not showing cords)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 48,922 miles

air bag light on

Fail 26 Jun 2012 48,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

air bag light on

Pass 21 Jun 2011 29,268 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 MLZ is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SB08 MLZ, 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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SB08 MLZ is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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