2010 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · AF10 YLU
2010 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 95,396 miles. MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,396 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AF10 YLU Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/11/2025
- 95,396 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AF10 YLU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volvo C30 (AF10 YLU) between April 2013 and November 2025.
The record contains 13 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 25 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (18 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 35 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 Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
AF10 YLU Mileage History
- 02/04/201320,206 mi
- 08/04/201428,654 mi+8,448 mi
- 24/04/201539,029 mi+10,375 mi
- 21/04/201647,248 mi+8,219 mi
- 18/04/201754,367 mi+7,119 mi
- 20/04/201754,373 mi+6 mi
- 19/04/201859,346 mi+4,973 mi
- 26/04/201859,348 mi+2 mi
- 26/04/201965,349 mi+6,001 mi
- 22/10/202070,066 mi+4,717 mi
- 27/10/202070,086 mi+20 mi
- 08/11/202174,137 mi+4,051 mi
- 11/11/202279,607 mi+5,470 mi
- 11/11/202279,607 mi
- 28/11/202383,294 mi+3,687 mi
- 28/11/202489,519 mi+6,225 mi
- 28/11/202489,519 mi
- 25/11/202595,396 mi+5,877 mi
Average of roughly 5,945 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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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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- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if fluid servicing has been skipped.
- Rear hatch latch and lock faultsModerate
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 wearModerate
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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