2010 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · PY59 FMK
2010 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 08 Feb 2010. Recorded mileage 100,203 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,203 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PY59 FMK Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2026
- 100,203 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PY59 FMK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volvo C30 (PY59 FMK) between January 2013 and July 2026.
The record contains 14 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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: “Offside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))”.
PY59 FMK Mileage History
- 16/01/201312,564 mi
- 16/01/201312,564 mi
- 28/01/201419,152 mi+6,588 mi
- 09/04/201527,780 mi+8,628 mi
- 06/04/201642,773 mi+14,993 mi
- 03/04/201752,222 mi+9,449 mi
- 04/04/201865,150 mi+12,928 mi
- 02/04/201975,534 mi+10,384 mi
- 24/03/202078,983 mi+3,449 mi
- 12/04/202182,648 mi+3,665 mi
- 30/06/202287,027 mi+4,379 mi
- 28/06/202391,392 mi+4,365 mi
- 03/07/202496,200 mi+4,808 mi
- 03/07/202599,129 mi+2,929 mi
- 03/07/202599,130 mi+1 mi
- 02/07/2026100,203 mi+1,073 mi
Average of roughly 6,513 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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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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- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if fluid servicing has been skipped.
- Rear hatch latch and lock faultsModerate
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 wearModerate
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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