2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · RE12 FWR
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 23/04/2012. Recorded mileage 40,943 miles. MOT valid until 27/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 40,943 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1999cc
RE12 FWR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/01/2026
- 40,943 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
RE12 FWR Mileage History
- 17/01/202333,958 mi
- 20/01/202333,959 mi+1 mi
- 10/01/202436,405 mi+2,446 mi
- 20/01/202538,635 mi+2,230 mi
- 16/01/202640,943 mi+2,308 mi
Average of roughly 2,330 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RE12 FWR 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 (RE12 FWR) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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