2012 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · MM12 DBM
2012 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2012. Recorded mileage 124,920 miles. MOT valid until 09/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,920 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
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
MM12 DBM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/10/2025
- 124,920 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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MM12 DBM Mileage History
- 06/10/2023107,114 mi
- 10/10/2024116,625 mi+9,511 mi
- 10/10/2024116,628 mi+3 mi
- 29/09/2025124,838 mi+8,210 mi
- 03/10/2025124,920 mi+82 mi
Average of roughly 8,937 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MM12 DBM 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 (MM12 DBM) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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