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WU08 GHV

2008 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

135,262 mi
Last recorded135,262 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 GHV
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 135,262 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2025 135,200 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 129,573 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2024 129,573 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 125,592 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 120,678 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 113,277 miles

Front discs and pads worn

Rear discs abnd pads worn

Pass 14 Jan 2021 104,771 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 98,554 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 89,669 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 80,398 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 68,918 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 57,635 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 57,635 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 46,156 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 35,092 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 26,573 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 18,965 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 12,275 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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WU08 GHV is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WU08 GHV, 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 WU08 GHV?

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What year was WU08 GHV registered?

WU08 GHV is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is WU08 GHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 GHV 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.

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