2008 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · SL08 USY
2008 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31/03/2008. Recorded mileage 163,665 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 163,665 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1997cc
SL08 USY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 07/04/2026
- 163,665 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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SL08 USY Mileage History
- 03/04/2024144,880 mi
- 17/03/2025151,568 mi+6,688 mi
- 04/04/2025151,747 mi+179 mi
- 17/04/2025151,750 mi+3 mi
- 07/04/2026163,665 mi+11,915 mi
Average of roughly 9,351 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SL08 USY 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 (SL08 USY) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 07 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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