2009 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · SY09 OKS
2009 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 10/03/2009. Recorded mileage 37,582 miles. MOT valid until 19/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Inverness
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,582 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1596cc
SY09 OKS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/02/2026
- 37,582 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
SY09 OKS Mileage History
- 04/07/202428,872 mi
- 04/07/202428,872 mi
- 19/02/202529,893 mi+1,021 mi
- 20/02/202529,898 mi+5 mi
- 04/02/202637,582 mi+7,684 mi
Average of roughly 5,484 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SY09 OKS 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 2009 Volvo C30 (SY09 OKS) between July 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (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.