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DG09 XHV

2009 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,620 mi
Last recorded134,620 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 XHV
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 134,620 miles

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 125,913 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 121,308 miles

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

brake pipes coated/undertrays fitted restricting inspection

corrosion to underside of vehicle suspension components

Fail 8 Jul 2021 121,307 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

brake pipes coated/undertrays fitted restricting inspection

corrosion to underside of vehicle suspension components

engine oil level slightly low

Pass 20 Jun 2020 109,570 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 100,545 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine bay covers fitted

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

under trays fitted

Fail 14 Jun 2019 100,545 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine bay covers fitted

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2018 86,972 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Jun 2017 85,337 miles

Front Bearing has slight noise when rotated

Pass 9 Jun 2016 79,312 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 70,627 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 57,463 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 44,208 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 29,438 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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DG09 XHV is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DG09 XHV, 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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DG09 XHV is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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