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DY09 GUF

2009 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

133,644 mi
Last recorded133,644 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY09 GUF
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 133,644 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2026 133,640 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 124,302 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 115,805 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 105,000 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 104,995 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 94,140 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 83,175 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 70,405 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 58,843 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 53,606 miles

covers over testable items

Pass 28 Jul 2017 45,404 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 43,136 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some under side components.

Pass 24 Jul 2015 39,445 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2014 35,215 miles

BOTH rear tyres have 3mm of tread remaining

BOTH rear tyres perished

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 29 Jul 2013 29,708 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 23,688 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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DY09 GUF is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DY09 GUF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY09 GUF registered?

DY09 GUF is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 17 March 2009.

Is DY09 GUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY09 GUF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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