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AB08 FVG

2008 Volvo C30

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,214 mi
Last recorded114,214 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volvo C3075,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 FVG
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 114,214 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 114,137 miles

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

Offside number plate light not working

Pass 31 Oct 2023 113,744 miles

all discs correoded

Fail 31 Oct 2023 113,744 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

all discs correoded

Pass 28 Oct 2022 105,265 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2022 105,265 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both rear (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Excessively cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Excessively damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2021 100,055 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 95,234 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 88,210 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 86,449 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 81,891 miles

nearside & offside rear tyre outer edges slightly deteriorated

Pass 5 Dec 2016 72,830 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 67,389 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 67,389 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 60,566 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 53,053 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 46,964 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 39,909 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 35,529 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 35,529 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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AB08 FVG is a 2008 Volvo C30 in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 75,652 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 AB08 FVG, 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 18 years old, this Volvo C30 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AB08 FVG registered?

AB08 FVG is a 2008 Volvo C30, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is AB08 FVG safe to buy?

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