2008 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · SL08 USY
2008 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 163,744 miles. MOT valid until 09 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 163,744 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SL08 USY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/06/2026
- 163,744 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
SL08 USY Mileage History
- 17/03/2025151,568 mi
- 04/04/2025151,747 mi+179 mi
- 17/04/2025151,750 mi+3 mi
- 07/04/2026163,665 mi+11,915 mi
- 11/06/2026163,744 mi+79 mi
Average of roughly 9,856 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 March 2025 and June 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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 Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak strut (5.3.2 (b))”; “Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (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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- 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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