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DX08 VJO

2008 Volvo C30

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,621 mi
Last recorded59,621 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volvo C3075,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 VJO
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 59,621 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 58,282 miles

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

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

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

suspension components corroded

Fail 10 Jan 2025 58,282 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

suspension components corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2024 56,741 miles

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

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

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 54,726 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 53,188 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 53,188 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 51,565 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 48,930 miles

Front Exhaust mounting broken

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside and offside rear tyre's worn on inner edge

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

Fail 1 Jul 2019 48,930 miles

Front Exhaust mounting broken

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside and offside rear tyre's worn on inner edge

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 46,193 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 43,014 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 12 Jul 2016 39,837 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 36,271 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 36,271 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 32,654 miles

o/s/f tyre worn to 2mm

Pass 15 Jul 2013 28,654 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 25,497 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 25,497 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

o/s/f tyre worn to 2mm 205/50 R17

Pass 22 Jul 2011 21,927 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 21,927 miles

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

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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DX08 VJO is a 2008 Volvo C30 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DX08 VJO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX08 VJO registered?

DX08 VJO is a 2008 Volvo C30, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is DX08 VJO safe to buy?

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