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CV59 HLZ

2009 Volvo C30

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

135,388 mi
Last recorded135,388 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV59 HLZ
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 135,388 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 127,208 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2024 115,626 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 104,223 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2023 104,212 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Feb 2022 94,502 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 84,207 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front radiator bracket corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2021 84,205 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front radiator bracket corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 75,221 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front front radiator bracket corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2018 63,374 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 52,866 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 41,865 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 28,853 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 18,164 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 13,850 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 10,865 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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CV59 HLZ is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CV59 HLZ, 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 CV59 HLZ registered?

CV59 HLZ is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 14 September 2009.

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