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FY09 XBV

2009 Volvo C30

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

112,855 mi
Last recorded112,855 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 XBV
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 112,855 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 100,672 miles

both rear tyres inner edges slightly worn

Fail 15 Mar 2018 100,672 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge asap (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres inner edges slightly worn

Pass 30 Aug 2016 85,633 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 30 Aug 2016 85,633 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 70,084 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 66,786 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 59,857 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 50,887 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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FY09 XBV is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FY09 XBV, 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 FY09 XBV registered?

FY09 XBV is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 18 May 2009.

Is FY09 XBV safe to buy?

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