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FL13 ETR

2013 Volvo C30

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

122,133 mi
Last recorded122,133 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo C3056,938 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL13 ETR
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 122,133 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 122,130 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 118,226 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 114,760 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 110,826 miles

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

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

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

rear brake discs worn and corroded

Fail 7 Nov 2022 110,826 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

rear brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2021 106,483 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 100,982 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 94,247 miles

zero emissions

Pass 2 May 2018 84,938 miles

Front recommend tracking check .

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f tyre worn bald inner edge / not to cords at time of test recommend replacement . (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/f tyre worn bald inner edge / not to cords at time of test recommend replacement / 205/50/zr/ 17 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 May 2018 84,936 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front recommend tracking check .

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f tyre worn bald inner edge / not to cords at time of test recommend replacement . (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/f tyre worn bald inner edge / not to cords at time of test recommend replacement / 205/50/zr/ 17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 65,914 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 65,894 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both bulbs faded in colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre worn inner edge / deep split to cords 205 / 50 / 17 (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge / wearing uneven / strong advise to replace now 205 / 50 / 17

Pass 8 Apr 2016 46,229 miles

under trays fitted

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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FL13 ETR is a 2013 Volvo C30 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 56,938 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 FL13 ETR, 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 13 years old, this Volvo C30 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FL13 ETR registered?

FL13 ETR is a 2013 Volvo C30, first registered on 25 March 2013.

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