2012 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · DV12 HTK
2012 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30/04/2012. Recorded mileage 101,540 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/11/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,540 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
DV12 HTK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/11/2024
- 101,540 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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.
DV12 HTK Mileage History
- 08/11/202184,402 mi
- 28/10/202286,469 mi+2,067 mi
- 23/10/202394,541 mi+8,072 mi
- 04/11/2024101,538 mi+6,997 mi
- 08/11/2024101,540 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 5,711 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DV12 HTK 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 (DV12 HTK) between November 2021 and November 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 November 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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