2008 Volvo C30 2.4L Diesel · AD58 AEW
2008 Volvo C30 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2008. Recorded mileage 172,716 miles. MOT valid until 19/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 172,716 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2400cc
AD58 AEW Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/04/2026
- 172,716 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (16 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.
AD58 AEW Mileage History
- 23/08/201129,398 mi
- 18/09/201237,857 mi+8,459 mi
- 01/08/201353,565 mi+15,708 mi
- 30/07/201467,507 mi+13,942 mi
- 30/07/201467,507 mi
- 23/07/201578,814 mi+11,307 mi
- 30/07/201579,020 mi+206 mi
- 26/07/201688,790 mi+9,770 mi
- 26/07/201797,145 mi+8,355 mi
- 27/07/201797,145 mi
- 19/07/2018106,476 mi+9,331 mi
- 29/07/2019128,773 mi+22,297 mi
- 29/07/2019128,775 mi+2 mi
- 27/07/2020122,880 mi-5,895 mi
- 30/07/2020122,880 mi
- 30/11/2021127,314 mi+4,434 mi
- 06/12/2021127,315 mi+1 mi
- 11/04/2022128,422 mi+1,107 mi
- 06/04/2023141,006 mi+12,584 mi
- 13/04/2023141,118 mi+112 mi
- 09/04/2024152,276 mi+11,158 mi
- 11/04/2024152,281 mi+5 mi
- 16/04/2025165,218 mi+12,937 mi
- 15/04/2026172,680 mi+7,462 mi
- 21/04/2026172,716 mi+36 mi
Average of roughly 9,775 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
AD58 AEW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo C30 (AD58 AEW) between August 2011 and April 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 21 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (16 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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: “Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed INNER EDGE WORN TO CORD IN SECTION OF TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”.
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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