2011 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · AO61 KBJ
2011 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 04/10/2011. Recorded mileage 37,081 miles. MOT valid until 09/10/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/10/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,081 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1984cc
AO61 KBJ Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/10/2026
- 37,081 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
AO61 KBJ Mileage History
- 01/10/201416,900 mi
- 01/10/201416,900 mi
- 23/09/201519,561 mi+2,661 mi
- 26/09/201621,905 mi+2,344 mi
- 29/09/201723,986 mi+2,081 mi
- 26/09/201826,157 mi+2,171 mi
- 01/10/201928,267 mi+2,110 mi
- 06/10/202029,724 mi+1,457 mi
- 06/10/202029,724 mi
- 30/09/202130,686 mi+962 mi
- 26/09/202232,449 mi+1,763 mi
- 11/10/202232,449 mi
- 18/09/202334,030 mi+1,581 mi
- 25/09/202434,886 mi+856 mi
- 25/09/202434,886 mi
- 30/09/202535,982 mi+1,096 mi
- 05/10/202637,081 mi+1,099 mi
- 05/10/202637,081 mi
Average of roughly 1,680 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
AO61 KBJ 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 2011 Volvo C30 (AO61 KBJ) between October 2014 and October 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 05 October 2026 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: Suspension (16 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 29 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: “Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.
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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