BW08 CEW

2008 VOLVO — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VOLVO
Year
2008
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
BLUE
Engine
1596 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
28 November 2026 (167 days away)
Last recorded mileage
16,016 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 66/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2008 Volvo has 20 MOT tests on record with a 80% pass rate and 16,016 miles. While failures were promptly rectified, the consistent need for attention suggests potential underlying wear.

The vehicle exhibits suspiciously low mileage before Mar 2017 (571 mi/yr equivalent) and Nov 2017 (513 mi/yr equivalent), followed by a significant drop in annual usage, which is a major red flag for potential odometer fraud.

Things to check

  • Recurring brake pad advisories (Nov 2018, Nov 2024) indicate ongoing wear and potential neglect.
  • Recurring suspension arm advisories (Nov 2022, Nov 2023, Nov 2024) suggest chronic wear or poor maintenance.
  • Recurring tyre advisories (Nov 2019, Nov 2021, Nov 2025) point to a history of under-investment in critical safety components.
  • Suspiciously low mileage before Mar 2017 (571 mi/yr equivalent) and Nov 2017 (513 mi/yr equivalent) raises odometer fraud concerns.

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until 2026-11-28, providing immediate peace of mind for roadworthiness.
  • No major structural failures or dangerous defects recorded in the MOT history.
  • Consistent retesting and immediate rectification of failures demonstrate a responsible owner's efforts.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) indicates a generally safe and well-designed vehicle.

Mileage history

May 2011: 16,016 mi FAILMay 2011: 16,016 mi PASSMar 2012: 19,891 mi PASSMar 2013: 26,711 mi PASSMar 2014: 31,556 mi PASSMar 2015: 32,514 mi PASSMar 2016: 33,506 mi FAILMar 2016: 33,511 mi PASSMar 2017: 34,073 mi PASSNov 2017: 34,446 mi PASSNov 2018: 49,221 mi PASSNov 2019: 60,786 mi PASSNov 2020: 70,075 mi FAILNov 2020: 70,075 mi PASSNov 2021: 76,363 mi PASSNov 2022: 83,602 mi FAILNov 2022: 83,602 mi PASSNov 2023: 90,232 mi PASSNov 2024: 97,655 mi PASSNov 2025: 102,931 mi PASS103k59k16kMay 2011Nov 2025

MOT test history — 16/20 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
May 2011 FAIL 16,016 mi
PRS Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
May 2011 PASS 16,016 mi None recorded
Mar 2012 PASS 19,891 mi None recorded
Mar 2013 PASS 26,711 mi None recorded
Mar 2014 PASS 31,556 mi None recorded
Mar 2015 PASS 32,514 mi None recorded
Mar 2016 FAIL 33,506 mi
FAIL Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% (3.7.B.5b)
Mar 2016 PASS 33,511 mi None recorded
Mar 2017 PASS 34,073 mi
ADVISORY front tyres wearing on shoulder, tracking check
Nov 2017 PASS 34,446 mi None recorded
Nov 2018 PASS 49,221 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nov 2019 PASS 60,786 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nov 2020 FAIL 70,075 mi
PRS Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
PRS Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nov 2020 PASS 70,075 mi None recorded
Nov 2021 PASS 76,363 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nov 2022 FAIL 83,602 mi
PRS Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nov 2022 PASS 83,602 mi None recorded
Nov 2023 PASS 90,232 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm - rear mount slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm - rear mounting slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nov 2024 PASS 97,655 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nov 2025 PASS 102,931 mi
ADVISORY Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BW08 CEW, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.