2010 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · S66 RAD
2010 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/02/2010. Recorded mileage 129,291 miles. MOT valid until 07/04/2027. Taxed until 01/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/04/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/10/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,291 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1560cc
S66 RAD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
- 129,291 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 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.
S66 RAD Mileage History
- 26/03/2024114,428 mi
- 28/03/2025125,518 mi+11,090 mi
- 03/04/2025125,580 mi+62 mi
- 02/04/2026129,275 mi+3,695 mi
- 09/04/2026129,291 mi+16 mi
Average of roughly 7,298 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
S66 RAD 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 2010 Volvo C30 (S66 RAD) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 April 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 (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”.
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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