2008 Volvo C30 2.4L Diesel · FM08 ABZ
2008 Volvo C30 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 25/07/2008. Recorded mileage 141,273 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/11/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,273 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Archived Record
Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2400cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
FM08 ABZ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/11/2022
- 141,273 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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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FM08 ABZ Mileage History
- 23/08/2021137,451 mi
- 23/08/2021137,451 mi
- 12/11/2022141,273 mi+3,822 mi
Average of roughly 3,131 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
FM08 ABZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo C30 (FM08 ABZ) between August 2021 and November 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 November 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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