2011 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · AV11 AWR
2011 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 04/04/2011. Recorded mileage 122,061 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/08/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,061 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 AWR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/08/2024
- 122,061 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
AV11 AWR Mileage History
- 20/05/202294,161 mi
- 11/08/202294,798 mi+637 mi
- 08/08/2023107,814 mi+13,016 mi
- 07/08/2024122,061 mi+14,247 mi
- 09/08/2024122,061 mi
Average of roughly 12,549 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AV11 AWR 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 AWR) between May 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). 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: “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (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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