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VK08 YYE

2008 Volvo C70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

55,357 mi
Last recorded55,357 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 YYE
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 55,357 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 51,080 miles

Offside rear tyre wearing too limts on inner edge

Nearside rear tyre worn beyond limits on inner edge

Fail 28 Mar 2018 51,080 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear tyre wearing too limts on inner edge

Nearside rear tyre worn beyond limits on inner edge

Pass 12 May 2017 48,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2016 44,842 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 44,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 40,496 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 40,494 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 37,058 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 37,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emmisions registered zero at test

Pass 27 Mar 2013 33,733 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 31,226 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 26,580 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 26,580 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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VK08 YYE is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VK08 YYE, 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 VK08 YYE registered?

VK08 YYE is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is VK08 YYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 YYE shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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