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V70 LUX

2008 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

138,216 mi
Last recorded138,216 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV70 LUX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 138,216 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

POWER STEERING HEAVY ON IDLE

Pass 18 Mar 2025 131,944 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 127,625 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 122,985 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 119,740 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 116,307 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 111,086 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 103,850 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 96,375 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 96,374 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 88,488 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 80,342 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 71,888 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 63,422 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 54,424 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 41,794 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 30,446 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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V70 LUX is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 V70 LUX, 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 V70 LUX registered?

V70 LUX is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is V70 LUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V70 LUX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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