2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · P77 VEC
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 24 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 38,601 miles. MOT valid until 25 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,601 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P77 VEC Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/12/2025
- 38,601 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P77 VEC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo C30 (P77 VEC) between September 2015 and December 2025.
The record contains 11 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
P77 VEC Mileage History
- 25/09/20157,101 mi
- 21/09/20167,284 mi+183 mi
- 13/09/20177,807 mi+523 mi
- 26/06/20187,936 mi+129 mi
- 19/06/201915,411 mi+7,475 mi
- 07/12/202025,427 mi+10,016 mi
- 17/12/202127,433 mi+2,006 mi
- 14/12/202230,186 mi+2,753 mi
- 13/12/202333,275 mi+3,089 mi
- 12/12/202435,898 mi+2,623 mi
- 15/12/202538,593 mi+2,695 mi
- 17/12/202538,601 mi+8 mi
Average of roughly 3,079 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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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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- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if fluid servicing has been skipped.
- Rear hatch latch and lock faultsModerate
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 wearModerate
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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