2011 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · AO11 OKM
2011 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 24 May 2011. Recorded mileage 121,255 miles. MOT expired on 20 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,255 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AO11 OKM Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2025
- 121,255 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AO11 OKM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo C30 (AO11 OKM) between May 2014 and May 2025.
The record contains 12 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 20 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (18 issues), Lighting (13 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working Amber light not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
AO11 OKM Mileage History
- 21/05/201417,732 mi
- 21/05/201417,732 mi
- 13/05/201525,193 mi+7,461 mi
- 13/05/201525,193 mi
- 24/05/201631,913 mi+6,720 mi
- 24/05/201631,913 mi
- 16/05/201737,101 mi+5,188 mi
- 16/05/201737,101 mi
- 26/04/201841,661 mi+4,560 mi
- 02/05/201952,833 mi+11,172 mi
- 02/05/201952,833 mi
- 22/05/202060,919 mi+8,086 mi
- 19/05/202168,470 mi+7,551 mi
- 19/05/202168,470 mi
- 10/05/202281,926 mi+13,456 mi
- 18/05/2023102,881 mi+20,955 mi
- 18/05/2023102,881 mi
- 14/05/2024112,861 mi+9,980 mi
- 20/05/2025121,255 mi+8,394 mi
Average of roughly 9,413 miles per year across 19 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: Below Average
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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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