2009 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · AD59 DMU
2009 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 07/12/2009. Recorded mileage 103,699 miles. MOT valid until 29/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,699 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1560cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AD59 DMU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2026
- 103,699 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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AD59 DMU Mileage History
- 30/11/202273,692 mi
- 10/11/202383,439 mi+9,747 mi
- 22/11/202496,582 mi+13,143 mi
- 18/03/2026103,694 mi+7,112 mi
- 30/03/2026103,699 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 9,014 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AD59 DMU 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 (AD59 DMU) between November 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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.