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SM08 OPP

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

120,129 mi
Last recorded120,129 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 OPP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 120,129 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 108,078 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 99,387 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 89,904 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 79,442 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 69,873 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Jun 2021 69,873 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 69,811 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 65,222 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 61,649 miles

low emissions, no dsm printout

Pass 17 May 2017 57,654 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 54,483 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 50,278 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 46,098 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 46,098 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 May 2013 39,508 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 34,621 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 29,067 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 29,067 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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SM08 OPP is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SM08 OPP, 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 SM08 OPP registered?

SM08 OPP is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is SM08 OPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 OPP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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