2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · ES11 LDS
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 25/10/2012. Recorded mileage 137,808 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Chelmsford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,808 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1984cc
ES11 LDS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/08/2025
- 137,808 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.
ES11 LDS Mileage History
- 03/11/2021101,494 mi
- 21/12/2022117,806 mi+16,312 mi
- 21/12/2023124,005 mi+6,199 mi
- 28/08/2025137,808 mi+13,803 mi
- 29/08/2025137,808 mi
Average of roughly 9,508 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
ES11 LDS 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 (ES11 LDS) between November 2021 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 August 2025 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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