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YC08 EBU

2008 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

111,813 mi
Last recorded111,813 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 EBU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 111,813 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2026 111,792 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 105,218 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 97,591 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 88,780 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 76,092 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 63,053 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 51,321 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 36,904 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 34,240 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 32,696 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 31,311 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking on outer wall

Offside Front tyre cracking on outer wall

Pass 16 Mar 2015 30,021 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 26,642 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 24,454 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 21,702 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 19,034 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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YC08 EBU is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YC08 EBU, 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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What year was YC08 EBU registered?

YC08 EBU is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is YC08 EBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 EBU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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