2008 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · DF08 EXA
2008 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 21/07/2008. Recorded mileage 148,791 miles. MOT valid until 10/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,791 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1596cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
DF08 EXA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/02/2026
- 148,791 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: 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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DF08 EXA Mileage History
- 28/12/2023131,807 mi
- 18/12/2024140,379 mi+8,572 mi
- 18/12/2024140,379 mi
- 02/02/2026148,781 mi+8,402 mi
- 11/02/2026148,791 mi+10 mi
Average of roughly 7,992 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DF08 EXA 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 (DF08 EXA) between December 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 February 2026 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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