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2009 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · YG59 ULC

YG59 ULC

2009 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 141,276 miles. MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
VOLVO C30
Year / Origin
2009 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 26 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
141,276 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 26 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2009
Engine
1560cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently presents a strong roadworthiness status with an improving maintenance trend over the last two years. The most recent inspection conducted in November 2025 at 141,276 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car is currently in a compliant state. This follows a period of clean passes in 2024 and 2023, suggesting the current owner is proactively addressing previous issues. At 141,276 miles, the Volvo C30 has averaged approximately 8,310 miles per year, which aligns perfectly with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. The mileage data shows consistent accumulation, with 16,603 miles covered between November 2024 and November 2025, and another 7,945 miles between November 2023 and November 2024. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often helps prevent seals from drying and components seizing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking and suspension systems, as the 2022 test at 112,137 miles flagged thin front brake pads and pitted, scored discs. While these were likely replaced since, the noted edge wear on front tyres during that same test indicates potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. The November 2023 failure at 116,723 miles was primarily electrical and lighting, involving headlamp aim, position lamps, and indicator circuits. Although these were resolved to achieve the subsequent pass, a buyer should verify the integrity of the wiring and washer system to ensure these electrical components remain stable and functional.

YG59 ULC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/11/2025
  • 141,276 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

YG59 ULC Mileage History

  1. 07/11/2022112,137 mi
  2. 17/11/2023116,723 mi+4,586 mi
  3. 27/11/2023116,728 mi+5 mi
  4. 26/11/2024124,673 mi+7,945 mi
  5. 13/11/2025141,276 mi+16,603 mi

Average of roughly 9,656 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YG59 ULC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 09:00
MOT Analysis

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 2009 Volvo C30 (YG59 ULC) between November 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 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 (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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: “All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp front and rear staying on permantly (4.4.3 ”; “Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”; “Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))”.

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