2009 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · RK09 RXR
2009 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 02 Mar 2009. Recorded mileage 163,301 miles. MOT expired on 08 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 163,301 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RK09 RXR Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 12/03/2024
- 163,301 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RK09 RXR 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 2009 Volvo C30 (RK09 RXR) between February 2012 and March 2024.
The record contains 11 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 12 March 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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 Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.
RK09 RXR Mileage History
- 27/02/201265,070 mi
- 29/02/201265,112 mi+42 mi
- 27/02/201384,311 mi+19,199 mi
- 13/03/201498,309 mi+13,998 mi
- 14/04/2015107,294 mi+8,985 mi
- 15/04/2015107,300 mi+6 mi
- 16/09/2016118,360 mi+11,060 mi
- 17/09/2016118,388 mi+28 mi
- 29/09/2017123,662 mi+5,274 mi
- 08/11/2017123,668 mi+6 mi
- 12/10/2018129,750 mi+6,082 mi
- 04/11/2019136,634 mi+6,884 mi
- 09/11/2020145,912 mi+9,278 mi
- 28/10/2021154,427 mi+8,515 mi
- 09/02/2023158,967 mi+4,540 mi
- 12/03/2024163,301 mi+4,334 mi
Average of roughly 8,160 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: Poor
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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