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BF08 ETJ

2008 Volvo C30

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

96,932 mi
Last recorded96,932 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo C3075,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 ETJ
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 96,932 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 96,797 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 93,466 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 90,277 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 85,677 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 80,702 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 74,511 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 68,541 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 23 May 2017 61,844 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 54,818 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 53,629 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 53,629 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 May 2014 50,314 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 44,178 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 39,814 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 31,675 miles

NSF SEAT BELT NOT CHECKED DUE TO CHILD SEAT ATTACHED

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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BF08 ETJ is a 2008 Volvo C30 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BF08 ETJ, 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 BF08 ETJ registered?

BF08 ETJ is a 2008 Volvo C30, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is BF08 ETJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 ETJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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