2007 Volvo C30 1.8L Petrol · FM07 OBR
2007 Volvo C30 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2007. Recorded mileage 102,440 miles. MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,440 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
FM07 OBR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 22/11/2023
- 102,440 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
FM07 OBR Mileage History
- 13/11/202199,651 mi
- 22/11/202199,931 mi+280 mi
- 11/11/2022101,231 mi+1,300 mi
- 11/11/2022101,231 mi
- 22/11/2023102,440 mi+1,209 mi
Average of roughly 1,378 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FM07 OBR 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 2007 Volvo C30 (FM07 OBR) between November 2021 and November 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 22 November 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Common Problems: VOLVO C30
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 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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- 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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