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SY08 DPK

2008 Volvo C70

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

86,199 mi
Last recorded86,199 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 DPK
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 86,199 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 76,175 miles

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

engine cover and/or undertray fitted preventing view

Fail 7 Jul 2025 76,158 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

engine cover and/or undertray fitted preventing view

Pass 30 Dec 2024 68,971 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 68,289 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge smooth- perished - strong advise 235/45/17 97wxl (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light in mirror (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge smooth- perished - strong advise 235/45/17 97wxl (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 66,180 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Mar 2023 66,180 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 62,352 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 57,215 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2021 57,211 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

engine ander cover slight insecure

Pass 20 Feb 2020 54,780 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 54,780 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 50,693 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 47,681 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 44,815 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 40,796 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 35,868 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 31,354 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 25,623 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 19,827 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 12,892 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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SY08 DPK is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2008 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 74,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY08 DPK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SY08 DPK registered?

SY08 DPK is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is SY08 DPK safe to buy?

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