2008 Volvo C30 1.8L Petrol · YH08 FDY
2008 Volvo C30 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 14/03/2008. Recorded mileage 114,581 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/09/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,581 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
YH08 FDY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/09/2024
- 114,581 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 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: Poor
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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.
YH08 FDY Mileage History
- 19/09/2023104,823 mi
- 25/09/2023104,830 mi+7 mi
- 26/09/2023104,831 mi+1 mi
- 18/09/2024114,581 mi+9,750 mi
- 25/09/2024114,581 mi
Average of roughly 9,579 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YH08 FDY 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 (YH08 FDY) between September 2023 and September 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 25 September 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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