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YS57 HWG

2008 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

159,338 mi
Last recorded159,338 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS57 HWG
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 159,338 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Underside under-silled

Fail 31 Mar 2026 159,338 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged And perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Underside under-silled

Pass 14 Mar 2025 149,131 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 140,141 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 140,138 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2023 140,091 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 133,137 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 117,966 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 109,729 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 96,990 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 84,587 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 83,814 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 81,855 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 78,102 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 71,935 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2014 66,569 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 60,540 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 54,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 54,079 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 45,162 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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YS57 HWG is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YS57 HWG, 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 YS57 HWG registered?

YS57 HWG is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is YS57 HWG safe to buy?

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