2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · OY12 GCU
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 06/03/2012. Recorded mileage 95,320 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/08/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,320 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
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
OY12 GCU Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2024
- 95,320 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 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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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.
OY12 GCU Mileage History
- 07/03/202386,119 mi
- 12/08/202495,320 mi+9,201 mi
Average of roughly 6,412 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
OY12 GCU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo C30 (OY12 GCU) between March 2023 and August 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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