2008 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · S7 JTK
2008 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 07/07/2008. Recorded mileage 111,077 miles. MOT valid until 16/08/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/08/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,077 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1997cc
S7 JTK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2026
- 111,077 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 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.
S7 JTK Mileage History
- 09/08/2024100,231 mi
- 14/08/2025103,312 mi+3,081 mi
- 15/08/2025103,312 mi
- 11/08/2026111,075 mi+7,763 mi
- 13/08/2026111,077 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 5,395 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
S7 JTK 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 2008 Volvo C30 (S7 JTK) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 August 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: Suspension (10 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”.
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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