2010 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · AD10 NWW

The Volvo C30 passed its most recent MOT on 22 November 2025 at 160,213 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a currently roadworthy status. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the test history shows a recurring pattern of initial failures followed by rapid passes. On 8 November 2025 the car failed at 159,808 miles yet passed cleanly two weeks later at 160,213 miles with no defects listed. An identical pattern occurred in December 2024, failing on the 18th at 153,539 miles and passing on the 23rd at 153,632 miles. The recorded mileage of 160,213 over roughly 16 years equates to about 10,000 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. The MOT data shows sparse but consistent annual testing between December 2023 and November 2025, with around 9,000 miles added in the 2024 period and a further 6,500 by late 2025. No long standing gaps or sudden accumulation are evident from the supplied record. The clean advisory sections across all tests suggest either thorough pre-test preparation or a genuinely well-maintained chassis, though the dual fail-pass cycles hint at last-minute rectification before each certificate. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the car's high mileage and age. The repeated failures with no stated defects prevent precise diagnosis, but the quick re-tests imply minor consumable or adjustment issues rather than structural corrosion or major mechanical failure. Verify the nature of those December 2024 and November 2025 failures through the testing station's notes. Check underneath for rust on subframes and sills, and confirm the exhaust emissions remain within limits under load. The absence of advisories is reassuring, yet at 160,000 miles the drivetrain and steering components warrant hands-on scrutiny beyond the paper record.