2009 Volvo C30 1.8L Petrol · PY09 BYB
2009 Volvo C30 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 19/05/2009. Recorded mileage 127,922 miles. MOT valid until 08/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Carlisle
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,922 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1798cc
PY09 BYB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/09/2025
- 127,922 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
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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.
PY09 BYB Mileage History
- 07/10/2022101,234 mi
- 07/10/2022101,235 mi+1 mi
- 06/10/2023112,029 mi+10,794 mi
- 03/10/2024120,835 mi+8,806 mi
- 29/09/2025127,922 mi+7,087 mi
Average of roughly 8,960 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PY09 BYB 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 2009 Volvo C30 (PY09 BYB) between October 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 September 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.