2011 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · LS09 CMS
2011 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 159,007 miles. MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,007 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
LS09 CMS Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2026
- 159,007 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
LS09 CMS Mileage History
- 30/09/201417,162 mi
- 30/09/201417,162 mi
- 05/09/201530,724 mi+13,562 mi
- 05/09/201530,724 mi
- 17/09/201650,504 mi+19,780 mi
- 17/09/201650,504 mi
- 30/09/201763,882 mi+13,378 mi
- 06/09/201875,460 mi+11,578 mi
- 06/09/201875,460 mi
- 31/08/201981,653 mi+6,193 mi
- 16/10/202084,199 mi+2,546 mi
- 16/10/202084,199 mi
- 06/10/202199,165 mi+14,966 mi
- 11/10/2022116,406 mi+17,241 mi
- 05/10/2023126,200 mi+9,794 mi
- 11/10/2024136,703 mi+10,503 mi
- 30/09/2025146,235 mi+9,532 mi
- 01/10/2025146,239 mi+4 mi
- 09/10/2026159,007 mi+12,768 mi
Average of roughly 11,797 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
LS09 CMS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo C30 (LS09 CMS) between September 2014 and October 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 09 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (18 issues), Lighting (14 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 48 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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect AND NO INTENSITY OF LIGHT OUTPUT (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect AND NO INTESITY OF LIGHT OUTPUT (4.1.2 (c))”.
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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