2009 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · H29 JFE
2009 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 14/10/2009. Recorded mileage 122,646 miles. MOT valid until 17/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Bournemouth
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,646 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1560cc
H29 JFE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/12/2025
- 122,646 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
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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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.
H29 JFE Mileage History
- 07/12/2022105,926 mi
- 07/12/2022105,927 mi+1 mi
- 06/12/2023110,677 mi+4,750 mi
- 18/11/2024115,797 mi+5,120 mi
- 03/12/2025122,646 mi+6,849 mi
Average of roughly 5,591 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
H29 JFE 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 2009 Volvo C30 (H29 JFE) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 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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