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AM58 ZVL

2009 Volvo C30

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

123,739 mi
Last recorded123,739 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM58 ZVL
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 123,739 miles

slight blue smoke from exhaust

Fail 21 Apr 2022 123,730 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

slight blue smoke from exhaust

Fail 29 Mar 2022 123,602 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 117,776 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 113,911 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jan 2020 113,911 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front lower arms rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play o/s/f (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 107,699 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge almost to cord

Pass 30 Nov 2017 101,252 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 95,214 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 87,773 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 80,839 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 10 Dec 2014 80,837 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 73,489 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 73,488 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 56,410 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 43,274 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AM58 ZVL is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AM58 ZVL, 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.

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What year was AM58 ZVL registered?

AM58 ZVL is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 26 January 2009.

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