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YX61 XAL

2011 Volvo C30

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,083 mi
Last recorded110,083 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo C3069,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX61 XAL
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 110,083 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi is blowing and back box is blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2025 110,054 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure and split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre is twisted and has multiple bumps (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi is blowing and back box is blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 106,620 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 102,213 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 99,126 miles

front exhaust bracket burst

oil around gearbox

suspension parts corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2021 96,259 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Feb 2021 96,259 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 94,646 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened showing signs of heat (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 89,429 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

exhaust system rusty

slight misting of oil gearbox area

Pass 20 Jan 2018 78,305 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2017 66,681 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Feb 2016 51,994 miles

age related cracks in both rear road tyres

engine covers fitted, unable to fully examine engine compartment

large kerb related cut in offside front outer tyre wall

underbelly covers fitted, unable to fully examine underneath of vehicle

Pass 14 May 2015 44,380 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 33,946 miles

rear brakes rusting

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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YX61 XAL is a 2011 Volvo C30 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YX61 XAL, 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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What year was YX61 XAL registered?

YX61 XAL is a 2011 Volvo C30, first registered on 9 September 2011.

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