2011 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · CF11 OBL
2011 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 09/08/2011. Recorded mileage 71,624 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Cardiff
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/05/2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,624 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
CF11 OBL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/05/2025
- 71,624 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 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.
CF11 OBL Mileage History
- 26/04/202264,417 mi
- 25/04/202366,325 mi+1,908 mi
- 25/04/202366,325 mi
- 01/05/202469,030 mi+2,705 mi
- 01/05/202571,624 mi+2,594 mi
Average of roughly 2,391 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CF11 OBL 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 (CF11 OBL) between April 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.
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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