2009 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · SL09 KJO
2009 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31/03/2009. Recorded mileage 120,428 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/06/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,428 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Archived Record
Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1560cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
SL09 KJO Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/06/2023
- 120,428 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (17 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.
SL09 KJO Mileage History
- 03/04/201240,854 mi
- 19/04/201354,367 mi+13,513 mi
- 09/04/201466,689 mi+12,322 mi
- 10/04/201466,695 mi+6 mi
- 31/01/201578,036 mi+11,341 mi
- 15/02/201681,580 mi+3,544 mi
- 14/02/201784,872 mi+3,292 mi
- 14/02/201784,872 mi
- 14/02/201888,961 mi+4,089 mi
- 14/02/201888,961 mi
- 14/02/201993,352 mi+4,391 mi
- 14/02/201993,352 mi
- 08/05/201994,318 mi+966 mi
- 01/06/2020105,258 mi+10,940 mi
- 02/06/2020105,258 mi
- 14/06/2021108,902 mi+3,644 mi
- 14/06/2021108,902 mi
- 13/06/2022112,189 mi+3,287 mi
- 28/06/2023120,422 mi+8,233 mi
- 28/06/2023120,428 mi+6 mi
Average of roughly 7,084 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
SL09 KJO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo C30 (SL09 KJO) between June 2022 and June 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 June 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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.