2008 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · WD08 NLR
2008 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 13/08/2008. Recorded mileage 196,151 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Exeter
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/08/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 196,151 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1560cc
WD08 NLR Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/08/2023
- 196,151 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (29 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.
WD08 NLR Mileage History
- 07/07/201172,405 mi
- 02/07/201282,688 mi+10,283 mi
- 25/06/201392,657 mi+9,969 mi
- 19/06/2014103,700 mi+11,043 mi
- 30/09/2015123,886 mi+20,186 mi
- 07/09/2016137,993 mi+14,107 mi
- 13/09/2016137,998 mi+5 mi
- 01/09/2017151,047 mi+13,049 mi
- 01/09/2017151,047 mi
- 27/09/2018165,376 mi+14,329 mi
- 01/10/2018165,399 mi+23 mi
- 02/09/2019174,189 mi+8,790 mi
- 17/09/2020182,068 mi+7,879 mi
- 17/09/2020182,068 mi
- 18/08/2021186,002 mi+3,934 mi
- 19/08/2021186,003 mi+1 mi
- 26/08/2022191,204 mi+5,201 mi
- 29/08/2023196,151 mi+4,947 mi
- 30/08/2023196,151 mi
Average of roughly 10,187 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
WD08 NLR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volvo C30 (WD08 NLR) between July 2011 and August 2023.
The record contains 13 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 30 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (29 issues), Lighting (19 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 77 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: “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 Reading 6.25 (8.2.2.2 (b))”.
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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