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BW08 XZY

2008 Volvo C30

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

131,743 mi
Last recorded131,743 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Volvo C3075,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW08 XZY
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2024 131,743 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 131,738 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 131,730 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure exhaust snapped (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 122,510 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 Sep 2023 122,510 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 111,380 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 102,268 miles

both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 16 Sep 2020 95,450 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 95,448 miles

Emissions not tested excess co output and blue smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached both rear (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2019 88,872 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 82,630 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 82,628 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror cap missing (sharp edge) (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 76,934 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 76,934 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2016 70,827 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 63,849 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 55,191 miles

both front tyres are low

Pass 19 Jun 2013 46,950 miles

front brake pads are worn

Pass 12 Jun 2012 37,565 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 28,190 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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BW08 XZY is a 2008 Volvo C30 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 BW08 XZY, 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.

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BW08 XZY is a 2008 Volvo C30, first registered on 21 June 2008.

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