Volvo logo

Volvo C30

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,560 cc

V16 SMLMOT history

V16 SML is a blue diesel Volvo C30 first used on 15 Dec 2010. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 143,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

V16 SML blue Volvo C30 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo C30, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
143,749 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,725 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for V16 SML in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
V16 SML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C30
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
15 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V16 SML was last recorded at 143,749 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 9,746 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,003 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,746 miles
Average per year
8,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,749 miles
  • 2025 – 134,003 miles
  • 2024 – 126,825 miles
  • 2023 – 119,526 miles
  • 2022 – 111,217 miles
  • 2021 – 104,517 miles
  • 2020 – 97,369 miles
  • 2019 – 92,653 miles
  • 2018 – 85,110 miles
  • 2017 – 74,106 miles
  • 2016 – 62,436 miles
  • 2015 – 47,478 miles
  • 2014 – 39,136 miles
  • 2013 – 31,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,749 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded at base (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components all covered in underseal

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both - Bushes deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated splitting

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Outer CV gaiter slightly weeping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arms - inner bushes unbonding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,749 miles (+9,746)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    143,749 miles
    Test number
    880883590106
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded at base (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened slight corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension components all covered in underseal

  2. Pass134,003 miles (+7,178)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    134,003 miles
    Test number
    180369640544
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass126,825 miles (+7,299)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    126,825 miles
    Test number
    687429239183
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both- bald inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit - out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass119,526 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    119,526 miles
    Test number
    576762389960
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both - Bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail119,451 miles (+8,234)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,451 miles
    Test number
    611446941950
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced dim (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both - Bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass111,217 miles (+90)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    111,217 miles
    Test number
    182537896010
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated splitting (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail111,127 miles (+6,610)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,127 miles
    Test number
    634395839297
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated splitting (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass104,517 miles (+7,148)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    104,517 miles
    Test number
    287032892351
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass97,369 miles (+4,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    97,369 miles
    Test number
    405125959808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  10. Pass92,653 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,653 miles
    Test number
    663729236408
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CV gaiter slightly weeping
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arms - inner bushes unbonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  11. Fail92,636 miles (+7,526)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,636 miles
    Test number
    405930712540
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle 44% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CV gaiter slightly weeping
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arms - inner bushes unbonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both getting low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  12. Pass85,110 miles (+11,004)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,110 miles
    Test number
    113566031938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,106 miles (+11,670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    74,106 miles
    Test number
    648884970648
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perishing (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perishing (4.1.D.1e)

  14. Pass62,436 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    62,436 miles
    Test number
    508018712374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail62,436 miles (+14,958)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,436 miles
    Test number
    492870037622
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass47,478 miles (+8,342)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    47,478 miles
    Test number
    789624514466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,136 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,136 miles
    Test number
    165661024360
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass39,136 miles (+7,678)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    39,136 miles
    Test number
    168551024363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    31,458 miles
    Test number
    666879723372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V16 SML

Does V16 SML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V16 SML is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V16 SML?
The MOT on V16 SML is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V16 SML done?
V16 SML was recorded at 143,749 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 8,725 miles a year.
Has V16 SML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V16 SML has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on V16 SML ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V16 SML find?
V16 SML passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: front coil spring corroded at base; offside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

Related registrations

Browse all V16S registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.