2009 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · AD04 ATD
2009 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 15/10/2009. Recorded mileage 106,296 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/09/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/12/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,296 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1997cc
AD04 ATD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2025
- 106,296 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Volvo C30
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
AD04 ATD Mileage History
- 26/08/202294,287 mi
- 29/08/202398,236 mi+3,949 mi
- 01/09/202398,286 mi+50 mi
- 17/09/2024101,811 mi+3,525 mi
- 01/09/2025106,296 mi+4,485 mi
Average of roughly 3,981 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AD04 ATD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo C30 (AD04 ATD) between August 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
Common Problems: VOLVO C30
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Powershift gearbox faults(Serious)
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if fluid servicing has been skipped.
- Rear hatch latch and lock faults(Moderate)
The C30’s glass-heavy hatch and latch wiring can cause intermittent boot release problems or central-locking behaviour that feels random.
- Front suspension bush and drop-link wear(Moderate)
The C30’s firmer setup means tired front bushes, links and top mounts show up quickly as knocks and a brittle ride.
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