2009 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · PY09 EVP
2009 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 02/06/2009. Recorded mileage 99,948 miles. MOT valid until 01/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,948 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1596cc
PY09 EVP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/04/2026
- 99,948 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
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.
PY09 EVP Mileage History
- 19/04/202390,517 mi
- 18/04/202493,704 mi+3,187 mi
- 17/04/202596,773 mi+3,069 mi
- 17/04/202699,825 mi+3,052 mi
- 23/04/202699,948 mi+123 mi
Average of roughly 3,131 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PY09 EVP 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 EVP) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear and osf (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
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.