2008 Volvo C30 2.5L Petrol · GD08 RKY
2008 Volvo C30 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 29/08/2008. Recorded mileage 119,690 miles. MOT valid until 01/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,690 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2521cc
GD08 RKY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
- 119,690 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: Good
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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.
GD08 RKY Mileage History
- 30/08/2022110,875 mi
- 12/09/2023112,766 mi+1,891 mi
- 03/10/2024116,881 mi+4,115 mi
- 08/10/2024116,932 mi+51 mi
- 02/12/2025119,690 mi+2,758 mi
Average of roughly 2,706 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GD08 RKY 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 (GD08 RKY) between August 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 December 2025 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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