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FV59 LXW

2009 Volvo C30

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,263 mi
Last recorded131,263 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 LXW
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 131,263 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2025 131,185 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak BOX (8.2.2.1 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 123,728 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 117,878 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 113,306 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 106,370 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 93,239 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 84,524 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 63,615 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Dec 2018 63,606 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 39,656 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 21,491 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 18,854 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 15,598 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 12,683 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 10,255 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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FV59 LXW is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Red with a 1,997cc 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 FV59 LXW, 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 FV59 LXW registered?

FV59 LXW is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 10 December 2009.

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