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AG09 BWJ

2009 Volvo C30

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,456 mi
Last recorded102,456 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG09 BWJ
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 102,456 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 101,553 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 99,436 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 97,583 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 97,583 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 96,812 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 96,354 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2021 96,354 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 94,873 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 89,674 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 82,590 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 74,952 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 74,948 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 65,395 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 65,380 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 56,240 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 43,862 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 33,562 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2012 26,359 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 26,359 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

How Reliable is the Volvo C30?

Based on 505,875 MOT tests across 31,193 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,295
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
31,193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,252
Registration plate lamp not working 5,361
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,689
coil spring broken 3,588
position lamp(s) not working 3,397
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AG09 BWJ is a 2009 Volvo C30 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 70,761 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo C30 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AG09 BWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C30 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo C30 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AG09 BWJ registered?

AG09 BWJ is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 27 July 2009.

Is AG09 BWJ safe to buy?

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