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YE59 YPL

2009 Volvo C30

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

69,888 mi
Last recorded69,888 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE59 YPL
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 69,888 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 68,257 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2025 68,255 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2024 62,588 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 59,260 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 55,997 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 51,689 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 51,624 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2020 49,607 miles

oil leak engine area

very slight oil leak from steering rack

Fail 10 Apr 2020 49,607 miles

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

oil leak engine area

very slight oil leak from steering rack

Pass 12 Apr 2019 44,967 miles

signs of slight oil leak from steering rack

Pass 14 Apr 2018 38,232 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 30,311 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 30,310 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 23,963 miles

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

both rear tyres perishing slightly

Pass 14 Apr 2015 19,188 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 13,904 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 8,023 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 2,512 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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YE59 YPL is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YE59 YPL, 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 YE59 YPL registered?

YE59 YPL is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is YE59 YPL safe to buy?

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