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YC59 LHG

2009 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

114,915 mi
Last recorded114,915 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC59 LHG
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 114,915 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2025 114,915 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 102,822 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 92,625 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 89,029 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 89,029 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2021 86,229 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 86,220 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 82,617 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 79,989 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 76,109 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 70,473 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 65,697 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 60,349 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 52,260 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 42,009 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 42,009 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 29,738 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front 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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YC59 LHG is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YC59 LHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC59 LHG registered?

YC59 LHG is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 26 November 2009.

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