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SY61 OTW

2011 Volvo C30

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

127,128 mi
Last recorded127,128 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volvo C3069,087 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY61 OTW
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 127,128 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general corrosion underneath

Pass 7 Jan 2025 123,366 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 119,740 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened other suspension components general corrosion also (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides, chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 114,631 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2023 114,629 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Front windscreen unbounding

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 108,149 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive at filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2022 108,149 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour n/s o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive at filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

parking brake requires ajustment

Pass 14 Jan 2021 100,625 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 94,460 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 94,445 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 86,537 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 72,760 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

wipers starting to smear

Pass 29 Jul 2014 52,987 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 52,987 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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SY61 OTW is a 2011 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2011 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 69,087 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 SY61 OTW, 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 15 years old, this Volvo C30 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SY61 OTW registered?

SY61 OTW is a 2011 Volvo C30, first registered on 6 September 2011.

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