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FV59 TLU

2009 Volvo C30

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

67,924 mi
Last recorded67,924 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 TLU
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 67,924 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 63,969 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 59,722 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 55,742 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2022 55,742 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 51,328 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 47,783 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 44,825 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2018 43,539 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 40,382 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2017 40,382 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 36,986 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 36,986 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 32,972 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 27,901 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 22,745 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 16,363 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 TLU is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 TLU, 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 TLU registered?

FV59 TLU is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 31 December 2009.

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The MOT history for FV59 TLU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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