2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · DY62 LMK
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 24 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 69,718 miles. MOT valid until 10 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,718 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
DY62 LMK Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/04/2026
- 69,718 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
DY62 LMK Mileage History
- 08/09/201520,637 mi
- 07/09/201626,477 mi+5,840 mi
- 05/09/201732,364 mi+5,887 mi
- 05/09/201732,365 mi+1 mi
- 28/08/201838,925 mi+6,560 mi
- 03/09/201942,074 mi+3,149 mi
- 03/09/201942,074 mi
- 16/09/202043,751 mi+1,677 mi
- 12/05/202144,175 mi+424 mi
- 02/05/202249,393 mi+5,218 mi
- 08/05/202354,637 mi+5,244 mi
- 03/05/202459,643 mi+5,006 mi
- 15/04/202562,879 mi+3,236 mi
- 20/04/202669,718 mi+6,839 mi
- 20/04/202669,718 mi
Average of roughly 4,624 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
DY62 LMK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo C30 (DY62 LMK) between September 2015 and April 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 20 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)”; “Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)”.
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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