2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Diesel · PS62 MCV
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15/11/2012. Recorded mileage 63,711 miles. MOT valid until 18/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,711 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
PS62 MCV Key Findings
- 14 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/10/2025
- 63,711 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 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.
PS62 MCV Mileage History
- 05/11/201510,705 mi
- 09/12/201511,349 mi+644 mi
- 20/10/201616,414 mi+5,065 mi
- 10/10/201723,311 mi+6,897 mi
- 11/10/201830,998 mi+7,687 mi
- 16/10/201937,507 mi+6,509 mi
- 14/10/202041,017 mi+3,510 mi
- 14/10/202143,981 mi+2,964 mi
- 17/10/202249,291 mi+5,310 mi
- 17/10/202249,292 mi+1 mi
- 10/10/202353,311 mi+4,019 mi
- 11/10/202458,727 mi+5,416 mi
- 15/10/202563,711 mi+4,984 mi
- 16/10/202563,711 mi
Average of roughly 5,329 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
PS62 MCV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo C30 (PS62 MCV) between November 2015 and October 2025.
The record contains 12 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 October 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: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). 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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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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