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V740 REG

2008 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

148,090 mi
Last recorded148,090 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV740 REG
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 148,090 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 139,333 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 130,538 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 124,937 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 119,544 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 112,363 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 109,975 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Fail 17 Oct 2019 109,971 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 2 Oct 2018 79,802 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 60,804 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 60,783 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 60,031 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 57,339 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jan 2014 52,481 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 51,709 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 51,191 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 36,645 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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V740 REG is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,400cc 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 V740 REG, 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 V740 REG?

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What year was V740 REG registered?

V740 REG is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is V740 REG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V740 REG 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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