2008 Volvo C30 2.5L Petrol · PL08 VME
2008 Volvo C30 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 08/08/2008. Recorded mileage 97,460 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,460 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2521cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
PL08 VME Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/06/2025
- 97,460 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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PL08 VME Mileage History
- 13/06/202389,363 mi
- 03/06/202491,861 mi+2,498 mi
- 03/06/202491,862 mi+1 mi
- 09/06/202597,458 mi+5,596 mi
- 09/06/202597,460 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 4,067 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PL08 VME 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 (PL08 VME) between June 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 June 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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