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YG08 TSZ

2008 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

84,031 mi
Last recorded84,031 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 TSZ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 84,031 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 83,476 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 83,061 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 82,541 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 82,536 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 81,596 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 80,289 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 78,224 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 76,286 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 74,151 miles

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

Offside Front wheel buckled on inner rim.

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

front wipers smeary

Pass 15 Feb 2016 72,358 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 70,470 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 68,002 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 62,130 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 55,695 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 53,842 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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YG08 TSZ is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 TSZ, 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 YG08 TSZ registered?

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

Is YG08 TSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 TSZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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