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GU58 PXP

2008 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

156,874 mi
Last recorded156,874 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Volvo C3075,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 PXP
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2022 156,874 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 153,681 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 149,813 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 145,962 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 144,645 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 144,645 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2016 143,479 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2016 143,466 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

windscreen has crack

Pass 13 Nov 2015 142,018 miles

windscreen has crack

Fail 12 Nov 2015 142,018 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

windscreen has crack

Pass 6 Jan 2015 124,064 miles

advise engine misfire

Fail 5 Jan 2015 123,995 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

advise engine misfire

Pass 8 Jan 2014 114,130 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 97,751 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 97,751 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 87,650 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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GU58 PXP is a 2008 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 GU58 PXP, 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 GU58 PXP?

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What year was GU58 PXP registered?

GU58 PXP is a 2008 Volvo C30, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is GU58 PXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 PXP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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