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AO08 YNJ

2008 Volvo C30

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,342 mi
Last recorded138,342 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo C3075,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 YNJ
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2025 138,342 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2024 136,558 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 134,604 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 133,342 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 132,182 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 128,097 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 121,495 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 114,438 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 107,969 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 101,134 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 90,108 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 76,988 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 63,500 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 54,559 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 49,931 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 49,917 miles

2 chips in screen both smaller than 40mm.

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front discs slightly pitted.

Pass 28 Jun 2011 38,143 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AO08 YNJ is a 2008 Volvo C30 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 75,652 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AO08 YNJ, 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 18 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 AO08 YNJ registered?

AO08 YNJ is a 2008 Volvo C30, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is AO08 YNJ safe to buy?

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