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BD59 EPV

2009 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

127,498 mi
Last recorded127,498 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD59 EPV
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 127,498 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 127,031 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 124,981 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 122,758 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 120,302 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 120,302 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 117,633 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 115,309 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 105,763 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 105,763 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 96,756 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 96,756 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 85,749 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 74,316 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 63,313 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 49,844 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2012 37,024 miles

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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BD59 EPV is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 BD59 EPV, 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

How do I check the history of BD59 EPV?

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What year was BD59 EPV registered?

BD59 EPV is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is BD59 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD59 EPV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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