2011 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · SW61 DVM
2011 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Nov 2011. Recorded mileage 96,779 miles. MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,779 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SW61 DVM Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/11/2025
- 96,779 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
SW61 DVM Mileage History
- 28/11/201430,935 mi
- 29/11/201430,935 mi
- 25/09/201537,385 mi+6,450 mi
- 25/09/201537,385 mi
- 16/09/201645,502 mi+8,117 mi
- 13/09/201748,137 mi+2,635 mi
- 08/10/201853,596 mi+5,459 mi
- 03/10/201958,070 mi+4,474 mi
- 13/07/202061,836 mi+3,766 mi
- 12/07/202169,663 mi+7,827 mi
- 12/07/202277,480 mi+7,817 mi
- 08/12/202279,182 mi+1,702 mi
- 16/12/202279,183 mi+1 mi
- 14/12/202386,554 mi+7,371 mi
- 15/12/202386,554 mi
- 23/12/202492,925 mi+6,371 mi
- 27/11/202596,779 mi+3,854 mi
Average of roughly 5,987 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
SW61 DVM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo C30 (SW61 DVM) between November 2014 and November 2025.
The record contains 13 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 27 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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 Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall cut. Cor”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
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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- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if fluid servicing has been skipped.
- Rear hatch latch and lock faultsModerate
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 wearModerate
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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