2008 Volvo C30 1.8L Petrol · OV08 CJE
2008 Volvo C30 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28/03/2008. Recorded mileage 83,882 miles. MOT valid until 13/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,882 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
OV08 CJE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/12/2025
- 83,882 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: 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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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.
OV08 CJE Mileage History
- 09/01/202380,058 mi
- 09/01/202481,386 mi+1,328 mi
- 10/01/202481,386 mi
- 07/01/202582,754 mi+1,368 mi
- 16/12/202583,882 mi+1,128 mi
Average of roughly 1,303 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV08 CJE 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 (OV08 CJE) between January 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 December 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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