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WF08 KWR

2008 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

205,844 mi
Last recorded205,844 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 KWR
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 205,844 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

rear brake and suspension components corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2020 202,234 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

Wipers slightly deteriorated / worn

Pass 16 Sep 2019 192,843 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

both front tyres slightly worn on inner edge

minor oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2018 184,655 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 173,829 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 173,804 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust centre pipe bracket broken but system still supported

Pass 10 Sep 2016 162,855 miles

front pads low

Pass 5 Sep 2015 150,920 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (3.5.1g)

EML on

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 142,026 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 125,711 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 105,255 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Mar 2013 105,157 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 74,612 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

tyre size 225/50/17 98w

Fail 2 Apr 2012 74,612 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

tyre size 225/50/17 98w

Pass 30 Mar 2011 55,637 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 55,637 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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WF08 KWR is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 WF08 KWR, 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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WF08 KWR is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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