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CE09 ULX

2009 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

142,768 mi
Last recorded142,768 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE09 ULX
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 142,768 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 119,997 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 27 Nov 2023 119,997 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2022 108,351 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 97,190 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres starting to crack and perish along the inside of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 97,190 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres starting to crack and perish along the inside of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 94,131 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking inside tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Nov 2020 94,129 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge on both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking inside tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 91,696 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

aux belt cracking

Pass 28 Nov 2018 84,334 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Deteriorated (5.2.3 (j))

MOT test carried out in wet condition

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Deteriorated (5.2.3 (j))

Vehicle has engine cover fitted

Vehicle has under trays fitted

Fail 28 Nov 2018 84,334 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Deteriorated (5.2.3 (j))

MOT test carried out in wet condition

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Deteriorated (5.2.3 (j))

Vehicle has engine cover fitted

Vehicle has under trays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2017 74,935 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 69,446 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 52,771 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 42,558 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges. advise tracking check

Pass 25 Mar 2013 34,078 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 24,418 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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CE09 ULX 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 76.5%.

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 CE09 ULX, 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 CE09 ULX registered?

CE09 ULX is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is CE09 ULX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE09 ULX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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