2011 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · WF11 VFV
2011 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 06/05/2011. Recorded mileage 193,324 miles. MOT status: Expired. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/10/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 193,324 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1997cc
WF11 VFV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2024
- 193,324 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
WF11 VFV Mileage History
- 11/10/2022178,287 mi
- 11/10/2022178,287 mi
- 10/10/2023188,070 mi+9,783 mi
- 19/10/2023188,081 mi+11 mi
- 09/10/2024193,324 mi+5,243 mi
Average of roughly 7,532 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WF11 VFV 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 2011 Volvo C30 (WF11 VFV) between October 2022 and October 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 October 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: Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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 Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o”; “Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (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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