2009 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · SB58 AEC
2009 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 20/01/2009. Recorded mileage 142,222 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/04/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 142,222 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1560cc
SB58 AEC Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 28/09/2023
- 142,222 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 13 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
SB58 AEC Mileage History
- 20/04/2022133,979 mi
- 26/04/2022134,044 mi+65 mi
- 28/08/2023141,983 mi+7,939 mi
- 28/09/2023142,222 mi+239 mi
Average of roughly 5,724 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
SB58 AEC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo C30 (SB58 AEC) between April 2022 and September 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 28 September 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues). 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: “Rear Exhaust system insecure support above suspension fractured (6.1.2 (a))”; “Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak FLEX LEAKING (8.2.2.1 (b))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”.
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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