2009 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · CX59 XPV
2009 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 21/09/2009. Recorded mileage 134,606 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Bangor
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/09/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 134,606 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1596cc
CX59 XPV Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/08/2024
- 134,606 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
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.
CX59 XPV Mileage History
- 13/09/201227,278 mi
- 28/03/201330,679 mi+3,401 mi
- 07/03/201434,134 mi+3,455 mi
- 26/08/201435,294 mi+1,160 mi
- 14/08/201547,764 mi+12,470 mi
- 22/08/201660,899 mi+13,135 mi
- 11/08/201769,674 mi+8,775 mi
- 23/08/201876,294 mi+6,620 mi
- 31/08/201876,306 mi+12 mi
- 16/08/201982,898 mi+6,592 mi
- 13/08/202091,395 mi+8,497 mi
- 14/08/202091,397 mi+2 mi
- 07/09/2021101,801 mi+10,404 mi
- 07/09/2021101,801 mi
- 06/09/2022113,612 mi+11,811 mi
- 06/09/2023123,279 mi+9,667 mi
- 07/09/2023123,279 mi
- 22/08/2024134,604 mi+11,325 mi
- 23/08/2024134,606 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 8,988 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
CX59 XPV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo C30 (CX59 XPV) between September 2012 and August 2024.
The record contains 14 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 23 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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 Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached Upper mount fractured (5.3.2 (a) (i))”; “Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (d))”.
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.