2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · AY12 YCM
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2012. Recorded mileage 125,809 miles. MOT valid until 02/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,809 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1999cc
AY12 YCM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/11/2025
- 125,809 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
AY12 YCM Mileage History
- 01/04/202399,802 mi
- 24/10/2024112,018 mi+12,216 mi
- 25/10/2024112,020 mi+2 mi
- 22/10/2025125,444 mi+13,424 mi
- 03/11/2025125,809 mi+365 mi
Average of roughly 10,029 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AY12 YCM 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 (AY12 YCM) between April 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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