2010 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · MT10 BVS
2010 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 04/06/2010. Recorded mileage 201,887 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/09/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 201,887 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1560cc
MT10 BVS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/09/2024
- 201,887 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 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.
MT10 BVS Mileage History
- 01/09/2022177,839 mi
- 01/09/2022177,893 mi+54 mi
- 29/08/2023189,992 mi+12,099 mi
- 28/08/2024201,671 mi+11,679 mi
- 03/09/2024201,887 mi+216 mi
Average of roughly 11,980 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MT10 BVS 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 (MT10 BVS) between September 2022 and September 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 September 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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