2011 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · P12 WAL
2011 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30/09/2011. Recorded mileage 60,626 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 60,626 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1560cc
P12 WAL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/06/2025
- 60,626 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.
P12 WAL Mileage History
- 30/05/202241,991 mi
- 07/06/202349,737 mi+7,746 mi
- 30/05/202455,432 mi+5,695 mi
- 02/06/202560,626 mi+5,194 mi
- 02/06/202560,626 mi
Average of roughly 6,193 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
P12 WAL 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 2011 Volvo C30 (P12 WAL) between May 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 June 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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