2010 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · BA55 LNE
2010 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/09/2010. Recorded mileage 149,889 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/02/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,889 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1997cc
BA55 LNE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/02/2025
- 149,889 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 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.
BA55 LNE Mileage History
- 12/01/2023124,623 mi
- 18/01/2023124,674 mi+51 mi
- 19/01/2024136,184 mi+11,510 mi
- 02/02/2024136,271 mi+87 mi
- 04/02/2025149,889 mi+13,618 mi
Average of roughly 12,240 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BA55 LNE 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 2010 Volvo C30 (BA55 LNE) between January 2023 and February 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 February 2025 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: Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases in silencer (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecur”; “Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick outer pad (1.1.13 (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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