2010 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · L1 BJU
2010 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2010. Recorded mileage 68,296 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,296 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1596cc
L1 BJU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/05/2025
- 68,296 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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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.
L1 BJU Mileage History
- 17/05/202257,297 mi
- 10/05/202361,118 mi+3,821 mi
- 10/05/202361,118 mi
- 10/05/202464,507 mi+3,389 mi
- 09/05/202568,296 mi+3,789 mi
Average of roughly 3,692 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
L1 BJU 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 2010 Volvo C30 (L1 BJU) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 May 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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