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SW57 KRG

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

149,048 mi
Last recorded149,048 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW57 KRG
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 149,048 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 140,319 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 134,348 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 134,338 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 129,366 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 129,365 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 119,223 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 112,753 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 108,465 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 99,298 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 91,054 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 82,308 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 82,308 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 71,635 miles

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

advise uneven tyre wear both rear tyres

Pass 4 Feb 2014 63,139 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2013 50,197 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 50,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 30,943 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 22,790 miles

Emissions too good. Machine not reading

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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SW57 KRG is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SW57 KRG, 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 SW57 KRG?

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What year was SW57 KRG registered?

SW57 KRG is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is SW57 KRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW57 KRG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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