2011 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · AF61 XCM
2011 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2011. Recorded mileage 106,545 miles. MOT valid until 21/09/2026. Taxed until 01/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/09/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/02/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,545 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1560cc
AF61 XCM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/09/2025
- 106,545 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
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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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.
AF61 XCM Mileage History
- 22/09/202286,469 mi
- 07/09/202393,323 mi+6,854 mi
- 19/09/2024100,003 mi+6,680 mi
- 11/09/2025106,544 mi+6,541 mi
- 11/09/2025106,545 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 6,758 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AF61 XCM 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 2011 Volvo C30 (AF61 XCM) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 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: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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 Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (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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