2011 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · SL11 WCJ
2011 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 17/06/2011. Recorded mileage 149,376 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/04/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,376 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1560cc
SL11 WCJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/03/2024
- 149,376 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
SL11 WCJ Mileage History
- 04/04/2022123,122 mi
- 05/04/2022123,125 mi+3 mi
- 21/03/2023131,166 mi+8,041 mi
- 21/03/2023131,180 mi+14 mi
- 06/03/2024149,376 mi+18,196 mi
Average of roughly 13,655 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SL11 WCJ 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 (SL11 WCJ) between April 2022 and March 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 March 2024 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: Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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 Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged Handbrake cable broken (1.1.15 (a))”; “Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (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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