2009 Volvo C30 2.4L Petrol · YH09 ONZ
2009 Volvo C30 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 24 Apr 2009. Recorded mileage 122,861 miles. MOT valid until 10 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,861 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YH09 ONZ Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/05/2026
- 122,861 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YH09 ONZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volvo C30 (YH09 ONZ) between March 2012 and May 2026.
The record contains 15 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 06 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (17 issues), Lighting (16 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 35 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: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”.
YH09 ONZ Mileage History
- 21/03/201231,271 mi
- 21/03/201231,272 mi+1 mi
- 26/03/201337,350 mi+6,078 mi
- 21/03/201446,613 mi+9,263 mi
- 21/03/201446,613 mi
- 02/04/201555,457 mi+8,844 mi
- 30/03/201663,512 mi+8,055 mi
- 11/05/201772,899 mi+9,387 mi
- 11/05/201772,899 mi
- 13/04/201874,310 mi+1,411 mi
- 14/04/201874,310 mi
- 30/04/201983,453 mi+9,143 mi
- 30/04/201983,454 mi+1 mi
- 12/05/202090,168 mi+6,714 mi
- 10/05/202196,796 mi+6,628 mi
- 09/05/2022100,640 mi+3,844 mi
- 09/05/2022100,640 mi
- 25/04/2023104,960 mi+4,320 mi
- 26/04/2023104,970 mi+10 mi
- 10/05/2024108,217 mi+3,247 mi
- 26/04/2025111,470 mi+3,253 mi
- 10/05/2025111,961 mi+491 mi
- 29/04/2026122,861 mi+10,900 mi
- 06/05/2026122,861 mi
Average of roughly 6,485 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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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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- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if fluid servicing has been skipped.
- 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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