2007 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · GP07 XME
2007 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Jul 2007. Recorded mileage 130,056 miles. MOT expired on 24 Sept 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Sept 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,056 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GP07 XME Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2023
- 130,056 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GP07 XME MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Volvo C30 (GP07 XME) between June 2010 and September 2023.
The record contains 14 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 22 September 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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 Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)”.
GP07 XME Mileage History
- 30/06/201030,065 mi
- 30/06/201030,065 mi
- 10/05/201135,485 mi+5,420 mi
- 25/01/201347,117 mi+11,632 mi
- 13/01/201456,652 mi+9,535 mi
- 20/01/201567,775 mi+11,123 mi
- 15/01/201676,756 mi+8,981 mi
- 21/01/201676,831 mi+75 mi
- 19/01/201784,866 mi+8,035 mi
- 17/01/201892,405 mi+7,539 mi
- 17/01/201892,405 mi
- 16/01/2019100,562 mi+8,157 mi
- 15/01/2020107,925 mi+7,363 mi
- 17/01/2020107,925 mi
- 20/01/2021114,592 mi+6,667 mi
- 02/11/2021118,200 mi+3,608 mi
- 26/09/2022124,066 mi+5,866 mi
- 22/09/2023130,056 mi+5,990 mi
Average of roughly 7,558 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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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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