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YY08 XBL

2008 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

177,587 mi
Last recorded177,587 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Volvo V7099,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY08 XBL
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 177,587 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 169,702 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 160,072 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 153,202 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 146,453 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 128,564 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 110,373 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 86,621 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 67,002 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 63,734 miles

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 55,199 miles

front tyres worn on inside edges

rear tyres on 3mm and worn on inside edges

Pass 27 Jul 2013 49,931 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 49,838 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 34,386 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 28,721 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 26,917 miles

advise front brake pads low

advise o/s front tyre wearing inner edge

advise rear inner b/pads at minimum requirement

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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YY08 XBL is a 2008 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,400cc 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 YY08 XBL, 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 YY08 XBL registered?

YY08 XBL is a 2008 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is YY08 XBL safe to buy?

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