2011 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · SL61 UEH
2011 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/09/2011. Recorded mileage 163,085 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/08/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 163,085 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1997cc
SL61 UEH Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2022
- 163,085 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 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.
SL61 UEH Mileage History
- 11/08/2022163,083 mi
- 12/08/2022163,085 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 777 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
SL61 UEH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo C30 (SL61 UEH) between August 2022 and August 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 August 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (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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