2010 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · NU10 LUT
2010 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 19 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 140,576 miles. MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Stockton-on-Tees
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,576 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NU10 LUT Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/02/2026
- 140,576 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 10 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NU10 LUT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volvo C30 (NU10 LUT) between January 2013 and February 2026.
The record contains 15 passes and 10 failures.
The most recent test on 11 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Steering (4 issues). 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 Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”.
NU10 LUT Mileage History
- 29/01/201325,198 mi
- 29/01/201325,198 mi
- 04/05/201327,877 mi+2,679 mi
- 18/04/201438,737 mi+10,860 mi
- 17/04/201548,969 mi+10,232 mi
- 20/04/201548,974 mi+5 mi
- 26/02/201655,492 mi+6,518 mi
- 22/02/201764,337 mi+8,845 mi
- 22/02/201764,339 mi+2 mi
- 01/03/201870,483 mi+6,144 mi
- 01/03/201870,483 mi
- 12/02/201977,454 mi+6,971 mi
- 13/02/201977,454 mi
- 25/02/202086,433 mi+8,979 mi
- 03/03/202086,433 mi
- 16/04/202192,866 mi+6,433 mi
- 19/04/202192,867 mi+1 mi
- 30/12/202194,973 mi+2,106 mi
- 28/12/2022105,519 mi+10,546 mi
- 03/01/2024117,455 mi+11,936 mi
- 03/01/2024117,455 mi
- 08/01/2025126,167 mi+8,712 mi
- 08/01/2025126,167 mi
- 11/02/2026140,576 mi+14,409 mi
- 11/02/2026140,576 mi
Average of roughly 8,851 miles per year across 25 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: 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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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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