2011 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · SM11 VMY
2011 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 25/07/2011. Recorded mileage 68,059 miles. MOT valid until 11/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,059 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1999cc
SM11 VMY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2025
- 68,059 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
SM11 VMY Mileage History
- 13/10/202251,736 mi
- 02/10/202356,878 mi+5,142 mi
- 11/10/202356,912 mi+34 mi
- 30/09/202462,234 mi+5,322 mi
- 07/10/202568,059 mi+5,825 mi
Average of roughly 5,469 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM11 VMY 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 (SM11 VMY) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 October 2025 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: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (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: “Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both sides rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides front bushes/marked yellow (5.3.4 (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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