2011 Volvo C30 2.5L Petrol · SH60 EBG
2011 Volvo C30 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2011. Recorded mileage 158,910 miles. MOT valid until 21/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,910 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 2521cc
SH60 EBG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/12/2025
- 158,910 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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.
SH60 EBG Mileage History
- 17/05/2023136,017 mi
- 18/05/2023136,017 mi
- 18/05/2024146,407 mi+10,390 mi
- 11/09/2024146,644 mi+237 mi
- 22/12/2025158,910 mi+12,266 mi
Average of roughly 8,802 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SH60 EBG 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 2011 Volvo C30 (SH60 EBG) between May 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 December 2025 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 (12 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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 Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached trailing arm bush detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (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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