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SF08 WLP

2008 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

150,016 mi
Last recorded150,016 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 WLP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 150,016 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2024 150,016 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 worn inner tread edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 140,523 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 131,831 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2022 131,831 miles

Brake cable knotted (1.1.15 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 124,456 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 124,456 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 117,113 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 106,750 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 97,024 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 93,996 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 89,994 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 89,994 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 86,559 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 82,411 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 78,397 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 64,238 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 64,184 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 49,123 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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SF08 WLP is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 SF08 WLP, 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 SF08 WLP registered?

SF08 WLP is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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