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WG09 UPL

2009 Volvo C30

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,964 mi
Last recorded117,964 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG09 UPL
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 117,964 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (both side ) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear rear axle corroded

Pass 28 May 2025 114,962 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 110,579 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 16 May 2023 103,464 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine oil very low

Pass 27 May 2022 91,873 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 78,714 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Between Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2020 71,965 miles

Offside Front fog light not working

Pass 26 Aug 2019 67,874 miles

Offside Front fog light not working

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Aug 2019 67,874 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front fog light not working

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 61,670 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 54,612 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 54,612 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 46,677 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 38,245 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 29,489 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 21,246 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 21,246 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 12,597 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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WG09 UPL is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WG09 UPL, 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 WG09 UPL registered?

WG09 UPL is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 24 July 2009.

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