2007 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · YY07 ABV
2007 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2007. Recorded mileage 130,261 miles. MOT valid until 21/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (04/09/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,261 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 1596cc
YY07 ABV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/10/2025
- 130,261 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
YY07 ABV Mileage History
- 19/12/2022112,604 mi
- 23/10/2023116,842 mi+4,238 mi
- 16/10/2024123,872 mi+7,030 mi
- 16/10/2025130,261 mi+6,389 mi
- 16/10/2025130,261 mi
Average of roughly 6,248 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY07 ABV 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 2007 Volvo C30 (YY07 ABV) between December 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 October 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 (11 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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: “Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))”.
Common Problems: VOLVO C30
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 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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