2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · RH11 SON
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2012. Recorded mileage 120,543 miles. MOT valid until 06/10/2026. Taxed until 01/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/10/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,543 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1999cc
RH11 SON Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2025
- 120,543 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
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.
RH11 SON Mileage History
- 04/10/2022114,774 mi
- 04/10/2022114,774 mi
- 04/10/2023116,550 mi+1,776 mi
- 04/10/2024120,115 mi+3,565 mi
- 22/09/2025120,543 mi+428 mi
Average of roughly 1,944 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RH11 SON 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 (RH11 SON) between October 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 September 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: Lighting (4 issues). 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.
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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