2007 Volvo C30 1.8L Petrol · MC07 MMC
2007 Volvo C30 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 22 Mar 2007. Recorded mileage 98,342 miles. MOT valid until 05 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,342 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MC07 MMC Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/12/2025
- 98,342 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MC07 MMC 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 2007 Volvo C30 (MC07 MMC) between March 2010 and December 2025.
The record contains 17 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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 Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))”; “Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
MC07 MMC Mileage History
- 17/03/201016,732 mi
- 25/03/201123,883 mi+7,151 mi
- 19/03/201229,551 mi+5,668 mi
- 23/03/201332,220 mi+2,669 mi
- 25/03/201435,797 mi+3,577 mi
- 23/03/201538,746 mi+2,949 mi
- 23/03/201641,804 mi+3,058 mi
- 28/09/201643,348 mi+1,544 mi
- 29/11/201745,698 mi+2,350 mi
- 29/11/201745,698 mi
- 28/01/201948,251 mi+2,553 mi
- 04/12/201953,379 mi+5,128 mi
- 30/11/202060,549 mi+7,170 mi
- 06/12/202168,065 mi+7,516 mi
- 06/12/202168,065 mi
- 01/12/202273,419 mi+5,354 mi
- 05/12/202382,240 mi+8,821 mi
- 05/12/202490,289 mi+8,049 mi
- 03/12/202598,342 mi+8,053 mi
Average of roughly 5,193 miles per year across 19 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.
- 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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