2009 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · SM58 FDA
2009 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 16/01/2009. Recorded mileage 159,600 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/06/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,600 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1596cc
SM58 FDA Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/06/2023
- 159,600 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
SM58 FDA Mileage History
- 06/06/2022150,497 mi
- 06/06/2022150,497 mi
- 03/06/2023159,186 mi+8,689 mi
- 08/06/2023159,600 mi+414 mi
Average of roughly 9,058 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
SM58 FDA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo C30 (SM58 FDA) between June 2022 and June 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 June 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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.
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