2009 Volvo C30 1.8L Petrol · C13 BAX
2009 Volvo C30 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 07/05/2009. Recorded mileage 105,647 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Cardiff
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,647 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1798cc
C13 BAX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2025
- 105,647 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: 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.
C13 BAX Mileage History
- 10/05/202392,092 mi
- 10/05/202498,931 mi+6,839 mi
- 07/05/2025105,640 mi+6,709 mi
- 03/06/2025105,647 mi+7 mi
- 04/06/2025105,647 mi
Average of roughly 6,549 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
C13 BAX 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 2009 Volvo C30 (C13 BAX) between May 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 June 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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