2009 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · SR04 DVR

The most recent MOT on 2025-06-12 recorded a pass with several corrosion-related issues, including a minor exhaust leak, oil leak, and corroded rear anti-roll bar and sub-frame. These were similar to earlier reports, suggesting persistent but non-urgent corrosion. No major structural failures were noted, but the vehicle’s age and mileage align with typical wear for a 17-year-old car. Recurring corrosion on suspension components, sub-frames, and mounting areas appears to be a consistent issue since 2023. While none of these were classified as serious defects, their persistence indicates potential long-term exposure to moisture or road salt, which could compromise structural integrity over time. The 2023-06-30 failure included fractured coil springs, a more severe issue, but this was not repeated in later tests, implying possible repairs. The trend shows no clear worsening of major faults, but the vehicle has had both passes and failures in recent MOTs. Corrosion and minor leaks remain unresolved, and the 2025-06-10 failure highlighted issues with CV boots and steering rack gaits, which were addressed by the subsequent pass. This suggests intermittent maintenance but no systemic improvement. The vehicle’s mileage of 128,478 miles over 17 years averages 7,558 miles annually, which is typical for its age.