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BY55 DJP

2008 Volvo C30

White Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,698 mi
Last recorded119,698 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo C3075,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBY55 DJP
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 119,698 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 115,800 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 114,882 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2024 114,882 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 113,779 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 112,557 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 112,557 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 111,469 miles

DPF been modified but emissions still under manufacturer specified limit

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated been melted (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front excessive heat been applied to track rod end

Offside Front excessive heat been applied to track rod end

Pass 19 Dec 2019 110,535 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2019 110,535 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 107,326 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 107,326 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 100,086 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 99,904 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Both front tyres worn on inner edge

Due to tyre wear advise 4 wheel alignment to check steering and suspension geometry

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Jun 2017 94,310 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 88,389 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2016 88,389 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 79,528 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 79,496 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2014 65,695 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 51,568 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 51,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 38,882 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 24,415 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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BY55 DJP is a 2008 Volvo C30 in White with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BY55 DJP, 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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BY55 DJP is a 2008 Volvo C30, first registered on 6 September 2008.

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