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YX08 XTM

2008 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

176,938 mi
Last recorded176,938 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 XTM
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 176,938 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 175,086 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2024 175,086 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 172,807 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 172,807 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 170,797 miles

power steering pump slightly noisey, but not affecting operation , and has no leaks

Fail 19 Oct 2022 170,797 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

power steering pump slightly noisey, but not affecting operation , and has no leaks

Pass 23 Aug 2021 167,751 miles

n/s/f tyre has a nail in it

Pass 6 Aug 2020 163,940 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 27 Jul 2019 160,206 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 156,268 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edge

rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 15 Aug 2017 146,728 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 138,337 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 131,814 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 117,542 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 102,390 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 87,336 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 72,313 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 54,506 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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YX08 XTM is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YX08 XTM, 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 YX08 XTM registered?

YX08 XTM is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is YX08 XTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX08 XTM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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