2008 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · CP58 EMV
2008 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 21/11/2008. Recorded mileage 122,494 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Swansea
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/09/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,494 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1596cc
CP58 EMV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 12/09/2024
- 122,494 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 15 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 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.
CP58 EMV Mileage History
- 19/07/2022112,165 mi
- 21/07/2022112,165 mi
- 12/09/2023116,178 mi+4,013 mi
- 13/09/2023116,178 mi
- 12/09/2024122,494 mi+6,316 mi
Average of roughly 4,800 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CP58 EMV 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 2008 Volvo C30 (CP58 EMV) between July 2022 and September 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 12 September 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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 Oil leaking excessively from transmission SHAFT SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak centre (8.2.1.1 (b))”; “Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))”.
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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