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YX59 XTJ

2009 Volvo C30

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

160,226 mi
Last recorded160,226 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo C3070,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX59 XTJ
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 160,226 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 138,232 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 138,232 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 112,339 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 2 Nov 2022 78,235 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2022 78,235 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2021 55,276 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 47,830 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 39,435 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

n/s/f tyre worn

o/s/f tyre worn

Pass 3 Oct 2018 37,213 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 33,515 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 30,449 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 26,451 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 22,954 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 22,954 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 19,108 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 14,720 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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YX59 XTJ is a 2009 Volvo C30 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YX59 XTJ, 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 YX59 XTJ registered?

YX59 XTJ is a 2009 Volvo C30, first registered on 6 October 2009.

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