2008 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · AV08 SWJ
2008 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 25/04/2008. Recorded mileage 125,172 miles. MOT valid until 14/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,172 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1560cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AV08 SWJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/11/2025
- 125,172 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: 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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AV08 SWJ Mileage History
- 14/12/2023102,822 mi
- 15/12/2023102,823 mi+1 mi
- 12/12/2024122,688 mi+19,865 mi
- 18/11/2025125,172 mi+2,484 mi
- 19/11/2025125,172 mi
Average of roughly 11,559 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AV08 SWJ 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 2008 Volvo C30 (AV08 SWJ) between December 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 November 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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