2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · MJ53 LEE
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2012. Recorded mileage 79,556 miles. MOT valid until 16/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,556 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1999cc
MJ53 LEE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/09/2025
- 79,556 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: Good
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.
MJ53 LEE Mileage History
- 08/11/202269,077 mi
- 14/09/202373,090 mi+4,013 mi
- 16/09/202373,090 mi
- 22/10/202475,126 mi+2,036 mi
- 17/09/202579,556 mi+4,430 mi
Average of roughly 3,667 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MJ53 LEE 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 (MJ53 LEE) between November 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 September 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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