2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · RP02 MAX
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 28/04/2012. Recorded mileage 148,853 miles. MOT valid until 16/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,853 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1999cc
RP02 MAX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2026
- 148,853 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
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.
RP02 MAX Mileage History
- 10/10/2023131,352 mi
- 05/06/2024131,379 mi+27 mi
- 14/04/2025138,525 mi+7,146 mi
- 17/04/2025138,574 mi+49 mi
- 11/04/2026148,853 mi+10,279 mi
Average of roughly 6,995 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RP02 MAX 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 (RP02 MAX) between October 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 April 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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