2010 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · SK10 UAS
2010 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 167,793 miles. MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 167,793 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SK10 UAS Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/08/2025
- 167,793 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SK10 UAS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volvo C30 (SK10 UAS) between February 2013 and August 2025.
The record contains 13 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 19 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up wrong way. (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Rear Exhaust system insecure hanger broken away. (6.1.2 (a))”.
SK10 UAS Mileage History
- 27/02/201336,008 mi
- 27/02/201336,008 mi
- 18/04/201456,849 mi+20,841 mi
- 18/04/201571,946 mi+15,097 mi
- 07/05/201687,849 mi+15,903 mi
- 07/05/201687,849 mi
- 28/04/2017100,461 mi+12,612 mi
- 28/04/2017100,462 mi+1 mi
- 08/05/2018115,949 mi+15,487 mi
- 14/05/2019131,543 mi+15,594 mi
- 30/07/2019131,555 mi+12 mi
- 30/07/2019131,555 mi
- 30/07/2020136,832 mi+5,277 mi
- 29/07/2021141,887 mi+5,055 mi
- 28/07/2022148,332 mi+6,445 mi
- 03/08/2023155,704 mi+7,372 mi
- 01/08/2024163,940 mi+8,236 mi
- 19/08/2025167,793 mi+3,853 mi
- 19/08/2025167,793 mi
Average of roughly 10,565 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if fluid servicing has been skipped.
- Rear hatch latch and lock faultsModerate
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 wearModerate
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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