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GN57 VUV

2008 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

55,725 mi
Last recorded55,725 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo C3075,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN57 VUV
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 55,725 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 54,432 miles

Nearside Front fog light not working

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2025 54,432 miles

Nearside Front fog light not working

Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 52,898 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 7 Feb 2024 52,898 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2023 52,287 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 51,683 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight irregular wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Feb 2022 51,683 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight irregular wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 51,339 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 50,932 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2020 50,932 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 49,369 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 49,369 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 47,638 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 2 Feb 2017 45,083 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 41,859 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 38,549 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 33,205 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 29,280 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 24,630 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 19,986 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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GN57 VUV is a 2008 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 75,652 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 GN57 VUV, 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 18 years old, this Volvo C30 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN57 VUV?

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What year was GN57 VUV registered?

GN57 VUV is a 2008 Volvo C30, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is GN57 VUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN57 VUV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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