2009 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · YR09 YOO

The vehicle currently holds an unroadworthy status following a failed MOT on June 12, 2026, at 121,679 miles. The maintenance trend is clearly worsening, transitioning from a clean record in 2022 to multiple critical mechanical and structural failures today. The most recent test reveals significant safety concerns including a fractured offside front coil spring and an excessively worn anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, indicating a lack of recent preventative maintenance as the vehicle nears the end of its life. At 121,679 miles over 17 years, the car averages approximately 7,158 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-to-moderate usage. The data shows steady mileage accumulation, with roughly 4,000 miles driven between the July 2025 and June 2026 tests. While the low mileage might suggest less drivetrain wear, the recurring nature of the steering seepage and brake component issues between 2023 and 2025 suggests that mechanical wear has have been ignored until they reached a point of failure. A buyer must focus heavily on the structural integrity of the front radiator support and back plates, as the tester flagged corrosion in these areas during the 2026 inspection. The steering system remains a long-term concern, with persistent power steering seepage noted since 2023 and a missing steering rack gaiter that risks internal component failure. Furthermore, the history of distorted wheels and inner-edge tyre wear, accompanied by a broken coil spring, indicates underlying alignment issues or suspension damage that require a professional diagnostic check to resolve. The front brakes also require immediate attention, as the pitted and worn discs have been an ongoing advisory for three consecutive years.