2010 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · VN10 WHE
2010 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 15/05/2010. Recorded mileage 98,782 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/02/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,782 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1596cc
VN10 WHE Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2024
- 98,782 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
VN10 WHE Mileage History
- 04/08/202288,577 mi
- 11/09/202395,993 mi+7,416 mi
- 11/09/202395,993 mi
- 20/02/202498,782 mi+2,789 mi
Average of roughly 6,596 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
VN10 WHE 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 2010 Volvo C30 (VN10 WHE) between August 2022 and February 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 February 2024 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: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”.
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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