2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · BN62 ACJ
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 14 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 137,262 miles. MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,262 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BN62 ACJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2026
- 137,262 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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BN62 ACJ MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo C30 (BN62 ACJ) between March 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
BN62 ACJ Mileage History
- 01/03/2023100,331 mi
- 14/03/2024117,353 mi+17,022 mi
- 10/03/2025132,355 mi+15,002 mi
- 17/02/2026137,262 mi+4,907 mi
- 20/02/2026137,262 mi
Average of roughly 12,407 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if fluid servicing has been skipped.
- Rear hatch latch and lock faultsModerate
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 wearModerate
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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