2012 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · AF12 UOV
2012 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2012. Recorded mileage 78,686 miles. MOT valid until 05/12/2026. Taxed until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/12/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/01/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,686 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1560cc
AF12 UOV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/11/2025
- 78,686 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Volvo C30
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
AF12 UOV Mileage History
- 28/11/202273,854 mi
- 05/12/202273,908 mi+54 mi
- 27/11/202374,814 mi+906 mi
- 02/12/202476,998 mi+2,184 mi
- 25/11/202578,686 mi+1,688 mi
Average of roughly 1,615 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AF12 UOV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo C30 (AF12 UOV) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
Common Problems: VOLVO C30
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Powershift gearbox faults(Serious)
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if fluid servicing has been skipped.
- Rear hatch latch and lock faults(Moderate)
The C30’s glass-heavy hatch and latch wiring can cause intermittent boot release problems or central-locking behaviour that feels random.
- Front suspension bush and drop-link wear(Moderate)
The C30’s firmer setup means tired front bushes, links and top mounts show up quickly as knocks and a brittle ride.
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