2009 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · AO58 YYV
2009 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30 Jan 2009. Recorded mileage 174,096 miles. MOT expired on 07 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 174,096 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
AO58 YYV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/07/2025
- 174,096 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
AO58 YYV Mileage History
- 05/08/2023152,995 mi
- 08/08/2023152,995 mi
- 27/07/2024169,709 mi+16,714 mi
- 01/08/2024169,941 mi+232 mi
- 16/07/2025174,096 mi+4,155 mi
Average of roughly 10,839 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AO58 YYV 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 (AO58 YYV) between August 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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.
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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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