2006 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · YY56 HDN
2006 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 22/12/2006. Recorded mileage 164,051 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/10/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 164,051 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1997cc
YY56 HDN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/10/2024
- 164,051 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 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.
YY56 HDN Mileage History
- 30/09/2021124,523 mi
- 03/10/2022140,898 mi+16,375 mi
- 20/10/2023148,859 mi+7,961 mi
- 25/10/2024164,046 mi+15,187 mi
- 26/10/2024164,051 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 12,868 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY56 HDN 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 2006 Volvo C30 (YY56 HDN) between September 2021 and October 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 October 2024 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: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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 Road wheel fixing missing both sides (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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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