2009 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · YK59 YVY
2009 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2009. Recorded mileage 103,578 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/11/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,578 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 1596cc
YK59 YVY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/11/2024
- 103,578 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 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.
YK59 YVY Mileage History
- 12/10/202287,078 mi
- 17/11/202395,244 mi+8,166 mi
- 17/11/202395,247 mi+3 mi
- 14/11/2024103,575 mi+8,328 mi
- 20/11/2024103,578 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 7,825 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YK59 YVY 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 2009 Volvo C30 (YK59 YVY) between October 2022 and November 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 November 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 (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Steering (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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: “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits see report attached (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box (8.2.2.1 (b))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached broken bolt (5.3.3 (a) (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.