2010 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · DF10 EKH
2010 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/07/2010. Recorded mileage 149,223 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/08/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/06/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,223 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1596cc
DF10 EKH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2025
- 149,223 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 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.
DF10 EKH Mileage History
- 29/07/2024145,996 mi
- 30/07/2024145,996 mi
- 01/08/2025149,138 mi+3,142 mi
- 07/08/2025149,221 mi+83 mi
- 07/08/2025149,223 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 3,151 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DF10 EKH 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 2010 Volvo C30 (DF10 EKH) between July 2024 and August 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 07 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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 Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (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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