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WJ08 LYP

2008 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

212,492 mi
Last recorded212,492 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 LYP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 212,492 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 206,415 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 200,433 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner

Fail 3 Jul 2017 200,433 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner

Pass 23 Jun 2016 173,709 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 173,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 148,049 miles

Both rear tyres wearing heavily on inner edges

N/S/F tyre wearing heavily on inner edge

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 123,128 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2014 123,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 92,719 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 68,522 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 43,666 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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WJ08 LYP is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 WJ08 LYP, 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

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What year was WJ08 LYP registered?

WJ08 LYP is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is WJ08 LYP safe to buy?

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