2009 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · AP59 BXH
2009 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 17 Dec 2009. Recorded mileage 111,782 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,782 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
AP59 BXH Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/07/2026
- 111,782 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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.
AP59 BXH Mileage History
- 05/12/201217,902 mi
- 06/12/201217,902 mi
- 11/04/201318,290 mi+388 mi
- 04/04/201429,212 mi+10,922 mi
- 04/04/201429,212 mi
- 08/04/201538,733 mi+9,521 mi
- 08/04/201538,733 mi
- 08/01/201644,303 mi+5,570 mi
- 12/12/201650,250 mi+5,947 mi
- 08/01/201857,815 mi+7,565 mi
- 08/01/201857,816 mi+1 mi
- 07/01/201962,590 mi+4,774 mi
- 07/01/201962,590 mi
- 07/01/202069,134 mi+6,544 mi
- 07/01/202069,134 mi
- 05/01/202174,133 mi+4,999 mi
- 10/01/202285,536 mi+11,403 mi
- 14/01/202285,539 mi+3 mi
- 16/02/202391,351 mi+5,812 mi
- 03/07/202491,361 mi+10 mi
- 26/06/2025101,687 mi+10,326 mi
- 27/06/2025101,687 mi
- 02/07/2026111,782 mi+10,095 mi
- 03/07/2026111,782 mi
Average of roughly 6,916 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
AP59 BXH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo C30 (AP59 BXH) between December 2012 and July 2026.
The record contains 15 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 03 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (19 issues), Brakes (19 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 44 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: “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
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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