2011 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · LR11 LWA
2011 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 126,570 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,570 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LR11 LWA Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2026
- 126,570 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LR11 LWA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo C30 (LR11 LWA) between December 2014 and July 2026.
The record contains 15 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 02 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)”.
LR11 LWA Mileage History
- 17/12/201441,110 mi
- 10/12/201551,561 mi+10,451 mi
- 08/12/201662,199 mi+10,638 mi
- 21/08/201766,139 mi+3,940 mi
- 26/08/201766,139 mi
- 20/12/201769,958 mi+3,819 mi
- 20/12/201769,958 mi
- 12/07/201872,208 mi+2,250 mi
- 01/04/201975,405 mi+3,197 mi
- 24/03/202087,423 mi+12,018 mi
- 25/03/2021103,314 mi+15,891 mi
- 21/03/2022108,965 mi+5,651 mi
- 22/03/2022108,965 mi
- 29/03/2023112,078 mi+3,113 mi
- 27/03/2024116,019 mi+3,941 mi
- 27/03/2024116,019 mi
- 18/03/2025120,500 mi+4,481 mi
- 03/07/2025122,378 mi+1,878 mi
- 03/07/2025122,378 mi
- 02/07/2026126,570 mi+4,192 mi
Average of roughly 7,406 miles per year across 20 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: 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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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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- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if fluid servicing has been skipped.
- 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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