2010 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · SH10 OKB
2010 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2010. Recorded mileage 79,536 miles. MOT valid until 31/03/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/04/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,536 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1596cc
SH10 OKB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 79,536 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (6 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.
SH10 OKB Mileage History
- 23/03/202477,322 mi
- 26/03/202477,323 mi+1 mi
- 02/04/202577,745 mi+422 mi
- 13/03/202679,536 mi+1,791 mi
- 17/03/202679,536 mi
Average of roughly 1,117 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SH10 OKB 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 (SH10 OKB) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 March 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: Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
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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