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YG08 TJU

2008 Volvo V70

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

222,663 mi
Last recorded222,663 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 TJU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Nov 2025 222,663 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 7 May 2025 220,810 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2024 210,803 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2024 210,803 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 200,018 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 185,683 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 168,429 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2020 159,477 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

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

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

Rear suspension radius arm bushes worn

Pass 30 May 2019 142,305 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 115,608 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2017 101,166 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2016 90,480 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 68,021 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 49,124 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 40,765 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 30,991 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 20,334 miles

washer bottle leak

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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YG08 TJU is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YG08 TJU, 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 YG08 TJU registered?

YG08 TJU is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YG08 TJU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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