CarVerify

Free Car Check

WG08 VYM

2008 Volvo C70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

84,681 mi
Last recorded84,681 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG08 VYM
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 84,681 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2025 80,244 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pot boot split beside clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread devoid inside edge 2mm to2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread devoid inside edge 2mm to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall deep cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear tread lozenges and wearing inside edge 3mm

undertray and outer sills covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 23 Jul 2025 80,236 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault anti skid lamp on (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower ball pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower ball pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pot boot split beside clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread devoid inside edge 2mm to2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball pin (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread devoid inside edge 2mm to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall deep cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear tread lozenges and wearing inside edge 3mm

undertray and outer sills covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Jul 2024 72,837 miles

Front Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball pin boot split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pot boot split beside outer clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertray and outer sills covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 6 Jul 2023 65,893 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread devoid and lozenges inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertray cover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 20 Jul 2022 58,345 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall small cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

undertray cover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Jul 2021 50,897 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 50,897 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 49,334 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 48,564 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 45,250 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 43,007 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 55,131 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 41,444 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 35,295 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 33,029 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 30,871 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 27,943 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 22,666 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
Full Volvo C70 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WG08 VYM is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WG08 VYM, 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

How do I check the history of WG08 VYM?

You can check the full history of WG08 VYM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WG08 VYM registered?

WG08 VYM is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is WG08 VYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG08 VYM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WG08 VYM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WG08 VYM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.