2011 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · AV11 AVW
2011 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 03/03/2011. Recorded mileage 237,651 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/08/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 237,651 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1560cc
AV11 AVW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/08/2024
- 237,651 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
AV11 AVW Mileage History
- 20/07/2022210,345 mi
- 13/07/2023222,738 mi+12,393 mi
- 13/07/2023222,740 mi+2 mi
- 25/07/2024237,400 mi+14,660 mi
- 01/08/2024237,651 mi+251 mi
Average of roughly 13,425 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AV11 AVW 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 2011 Volvo C30 (AV11 AVW) between July 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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 Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected Lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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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