2008 Volvo C30 2.5L Petrol · VO08 WOR
2008 Volvo C30 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 92,227 miles. MOT valid until 26/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Worcester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/11/2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (09/02/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,227 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 2521cc
VO08 WOR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/11/2025
- 92,227 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
VO08 WOR Mileage History
- 16/11/202270,614 mi
- 21/11/202377,095 mi+6,481 mi
- 20/11/202483,727 mi+6,632 mi
- 19/11/202592,223 mi+8,496 mi
- 24/11/202592,227 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 7,151 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VO08 WOR 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 2008 Volvo C30 (VO08 WOR) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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 Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7”; “Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))”.
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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