2008 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · MM08 ARU
2008 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30/06/2008. Recorded mileage 131,179 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,179 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1596cc
MM08 ARU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/08/2025
- 131,179 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.
MM08 ARU Mileage History
- 13/09/2022126,461 mi
- 21/08/2023129,037 mi+2,576 mi
- 13/08/2024129,882 mi+845 mi
- 14/08/2024129,890 mi+8 mi
- 06/08/2025131,179 mi+1,289 mi
Average of roughly 1,629 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MM08 ARU 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 2008 Volvo C30 (MM08 ARU) between September 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 August 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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