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FE59 PXR

2009 Volvo C30

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

121,115 mi
Last recorded121,115 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 PXR
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 121,115 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

o/s dip beam output deteriorating

Fail 16 Sep 2025 121,114 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

o/s dip beam output deteriorating

Pass 3 Sep 2024 116,596 miles

Front no plate cracked

Pass 6 Sep 2023 109,151 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 109,151 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 101,366 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 94,056 miles

front suspension bottom arm rear bushes splitting.

rear brake flexi rubber boots splitting.

rear tyres perished.

Pass 9 Sep 2020 87,234 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 79,094 miles

front suspension bottom arm rear bushes separating & perished.

rear exhaust hangers corroded.

rear indicator bulbs discoloured.

rear tyres perishing.

Pass 4 Sep 2018 74,110 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 68,296 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 61,799 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 55,944 miles

Engine cover and under trays are fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2014 48,464 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside and offside rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 21 Aug 2013 39,372 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 31,113 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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FE59 PXR is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel 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 FE59 PXR, 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 FE59 PXR registered?

FE59 PXR is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 12 September 2009.

Is FE59 PXR safe to buy?

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