2008 Volvo C30 1.6L Petrol · YY58 DWD
2008 Volvo C30 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/12/2008. Recorded mileage 143,593 miles. MOT valid until 24/03/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 143,593 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1596cc
YY58 DWD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/03/2026
- 143,593 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 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.
YY58 DWD Mileage History
- 20/03/2024124,106 mi
- 21/03/2024124,107 mi+1 mi
- 07/03/2025132,259 mi+8,152 mi
- 07/03/2025132,259 mi
- 16/03/2026143,593 mi+11,334 mi
Average of roughly 9,802 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY58 DWD 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 2008 Volvo C30 (YY58 DWD) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 March 2026 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 (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (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.
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