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VE59 LFU

2009 Volvo C30

Red Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,082 mi
Last recorded19,082 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE59 LFU
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 19,082 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 19,082 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall has multiple lumps and flat spots. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 17,741 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2024 15,865 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 13,826 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 12,366 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has cracks on outer edge/sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted slight buckle on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 11,344 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 10,400 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2019 10,400 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 9,369 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 8,466 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 7,558 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 7,053 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 6,345 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 5,027 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 3,700 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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VE59 LFU is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Red with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VE59 LFU, 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 VE59 LFU registered?

VE59 LFU is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 14 December 2009.

Is VE59 LFU safe to buy?

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