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BK59 NBJ

2009 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

110,650 mi
Last recorded110,650 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 NBJ
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 110,650 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn to wear safety indicators. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 105,317 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 2 Aug 2024 105,317 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 100,672 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides through tread area and sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 96,521 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 91,738 miles

Covers fitted unable to test some testable items,

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 89,521 miles

Covers fitted unable to test some testable items,

Pass 5 Aug 2019 86,129 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 85,975 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear of, (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 76,397 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 66,586 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides Rear Of (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2017 66,586 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested Beam image very dull (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced Very dull/dim (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 54,468 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 41,795 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 32,564 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Aug 2014 32,564 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2013 26,626 miles

chip in windscreen in lower shaded area zone b

Pass 24 Aug 2012 20,076 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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BK59 NBJ is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BK59 NBJ, 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 BK59 NBJ registered?

BK59 NBJ is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 9 October 2009.

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