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YJ08 OYA

2008 Volvo V70

White Petrol 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

170,026 mi
Last recorded170,026 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 OYA
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 170,026 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

parking brake only just passers test

Fail 15 Aug 2018 169,117 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 153,169 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 153,168 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 136,422 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 26 Aug 2016 136,421 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 127,118 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 127,118 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 113,768 miles

front brakes getting worn

Pass 9 Aug 2013 105,652 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 97,038 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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YJ08 OYA is a 2008 Volvo V70 in White with a 2,401cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 YJ08 OYA, 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 YJ08 OYA registered?

YJ08 OYA is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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