2012 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · NL12 YGD
2012 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 27/03/2012. Recorded mileage 66,767 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/11/2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,767 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1560cc
NL12 YGD Key Findings
- 10 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 02/11/2021
- 66,767 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 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: Poor
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.
NL12 YGD Mileage History
- 06/03/201528,105 mi
- 06/03/201528,105 mi
- 01/03/201637,618 mi+9,513 mi
- 13/09/201753,521 mi+15,903 mi
- 16/09/201753,586 mi+65 mi
- 11/07/201964,235 mi+10,649 mi
- 12/03/202065,509 mi+1,274 mi
- 13/03/202065,509 mi
- 22/10/202166,767 mi+1,258 mi
- 02/11/202166,767 mi
Average of roughly 5,805 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.
NL12 YGD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo C30 (NL12 YGD) between March 2015 and November 2021.
The record contains 6 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 02 November 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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 Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (”; “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.
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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