2010 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · FN60 SZZ

The 2010 Volvo C30 presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean pass at its most recent test. On 16 March 2026, at 134,661 miles, the vehicle passed with zero defects recorded. This follows a pattern of consistent passes, with the sole anomaly being a failed test on 13 December 2023 at 119,436 miles, which was rectified and passed just two days later on 15 December 2023 at the identical mileage. The absence of any advisories or defects across the recent tests indicates diligent upkeep and a currently sound mechanical state. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 8,416 miles annually. Between the test on 8 December 2022 at 108,542 miles and the December 2023 test at 119,436 miles, the car covered 10,894 miles over a twelve-month period. The subsequent period saw similar use, traveling 11,155 miles between December 2023 and March 2025, before dropping to 4,070 miles in the fifteen months leading to the March 2026 test. This recent dip in annual mileage suggests lighter, localized use, though the overall record remains consistent with a regularly driven vehicle rather than one left standing for long periods. Despite the pristine MOT record, a physical inspection remains essential given the vehicle's age and mileage. The lack of recorded corrosion or suspension advisories does not guarantee the undercarriage is free from structural rust, particularly on a sixteen-year-old vehicle that may have faced road salt. A buyer should inspect the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perishing, alongside checking the brake discs and pads for uneven wear. While the clean MOT implies basic upkeep was maintained, verifying the condition of the exhaust system and tyre age will confirm whether the recent lower mileage has introduced issues related to standing or slow-speed driving.