2008 Volvo C30 2.5L Petrol · OO08 PAR
2008 Volvo C30 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 107,423 miles. MOT valid until 27/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,423 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2521cc
OO08 PAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/11/2025
- 107,423 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: 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.
OO08 PAR Mileage History
- 03/11/202398,621 mi
- 31/10/2024104,809 mi+6,188 mi
- 31/10/2024104,809 mi
- 28/11/2025107,423 mi+2,614 mi
Average of roughly 4,252 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
OO08 PAR 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 (OO08 PAR) between November 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 November 2025 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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