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DX08 XGC

2008 Volvo C30

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

294,440 mi
Last recorded294,440 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo C3075,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 XGC
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 294,440 miles

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

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 13 Oct 2021 275,603 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 239,650 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 239,639 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2019 220,778 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 169,094 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 148,164 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 138,784 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 138,774 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2015 118,563 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 97,402 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2014 97,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 XGC is a 2008 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 DX08 XGC, 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 XGC registered?

DX08 XGC is a 2008 Volvo C30, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is DX08 XGC safe to buy?

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