2008 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · CT08 JPU
2008 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 17 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 132,091 miles. MOT expired on 24 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,091 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
CT08 JPU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 13/08/2026
- 132,091 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
CT08 JPU Mileage History
- 17/08/2023125,549 mi
- 26/08/2024127,255 mi+1,706 mi
- 11/08/2025128,101 mi+846 mi
- 11/08/2025128,101 mi
- 13/08/2026132,091 mi+3,990 mi
Average of roughly 2,188 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CT08 JPU 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 (CT08 JPU) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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 Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (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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- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if fluid servicing has been skipped.
- Rear hatch latch and lock faultsModerate
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 wearModerate
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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