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SF13 VLT

2013 Volvo C30

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

106,397 mi
Last recorded106,397 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo C3056,938 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF13 VLT
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 106,397 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 103,177 miles

Coil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 99,867 miles

Coil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 91,043 miles

Coil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened x4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 84,167 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 76,464 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 68,900 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 58,250 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 47,885 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 47,885 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 37,344 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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SF13 VLT is a 2013 Volvo C30 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2013 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 56,938 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 SF13 VLT, 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 13 years old, this Volvo C30 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF13 VLT registered?

SF13 VLT is a 2013 Volvo C30, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is SF13 VLT safe to buy?

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