2006 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · WG56 HGP
2006 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 18 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 148,098 miles. MOT expired on 29 Sept 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Sept 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,098 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
WG56 HGP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/09/2023
- 148,098 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
WG56 HGP Mileage History
- 30/09/2021132,602 mi
- 12/09/2022139,834 mi+7,232 mi
- 13/09/2022139,834 mi
- 15/09/2023148,098 mi+8,264 mi
- 15/09/2023148,098 mi
Average of roughly 7,915 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WG56 HGP 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 2006 Volvo C30 (WG56 HGP) between September 2021 and September 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 September 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: VOLVO C30
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 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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- Rear hatch latch and lock faultsModerate
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 wearModerate
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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