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YB11 PYO

2011 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

126,581 mi
Last recorded126,581 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo C3069,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB11 PYO
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2025 126,581 miles

Fuel system component leaking engine bay (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake performance unable to be tested pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system to caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front fog lights not working

Pass 9 Feb 2024 123,257 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2024 123,255 miles

Emissions unable to be completed fuel leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 117,008 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 110,192 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2022 110,192 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 101,425 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2021 101,424 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 May 2020 95,462 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 83,386 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 71,033 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 71,033 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 59,857 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 59,857 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Door mirror body (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Door mirror indicator lens (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 49,425 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 40,767 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 31,669 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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YB11 PYO is a 2011 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 YB11 PYO, 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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YB11 PYO is a 2011 Volvo C30, first registered on 23 July 2011.

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