2012 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · P5 LRG
2012 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2012. Recorded mileage 139,957 miles. MOT valid until 22/11/2026. Taxed until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/11/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/06/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,957 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
P5 LRG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/11/2025
- 139,957 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
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.
P5 LRG Mileage History
- 23/11/2023114,031 mi
- 08/11/2024130,090 mi+16,059 mi
- 14/11/2025139,923 mi+9,833 mi
- 18/11/2025139,957 mi+34 mi
- 18/11/2025139,957 mi
Average of roughly 13,035 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
P5 LRG 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 (P5 LRG) between November 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (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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