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WL09 GZT

2009 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

151,702 mi
Last recorded151,702 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL09 GZT
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 151,702 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 151,702 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 May 2022 136,147 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 132,618 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 97,401 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 86,470 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 86,470 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 74,882 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 74,882 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn at inner edges.

Pass 14 Jun 2016 60,169 miles

All 4 tyres close to wear limit.

Pass 11 Jun 2015 45,400 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 40,928 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 33,867 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 28,063 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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WL09 GZT is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WL09 GZT, 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 WL09 GZT registered?

WL09 GZT is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 26 June 2009.

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