2007 Volvo C30 1.8L Petrol · YY07 YMC
2007 Volvo C30 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/08/2007. Recorded mileage 98,427 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/01/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,427 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2007
- Engine
- 1798cc
YY07 YMC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/02/2025
- 98,427 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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 YMC Mileage History
- 11/04/202386,549 mi
- 26/01/202490,159 mi+3,610 mi
- 29/01/202490,305 mi+146 mi
- 04/11/202496,365 mi+6,060 mi
- 01/02/202598,427 mi+2,062 mi
Average of roughly 6,555 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY07 YMC 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 YMC) between April 2023 and February 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 February 2025 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: Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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 Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.
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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