2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · RV62 LDO
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31/10/2012. Recorded mileage 124,382 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,382 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1999cc
RV62 LDO Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/09/2025
- 124,382 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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.
RV62 LDO Mileage History
- 21/10/201537,467 mi
- 28/10/201649,869 mi+12,402 mi
- 19/10/201754,229 mi+4,360 mi
- 30/01/201958,413 mi+4,184 mi
- 08/01/202067,507 mi+9,094 mi
- 09/01/202067,511 mi+4 mi
- 25/01/202176,103 mi+8,592 mi
- 20/01/202281,938 mi+5,835 mi
- 04/02/202388,185 mi+6,247 mi
- 06/02/202388,185 mi
- 06/02/202499,913 mi+11,728 mi
- 09/09/2025124,382 mi+24,469 mi
Average of roughly 8,791 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
RV62 LDO 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 (RV62 LDO) between October 2015 and September 2025.
The record contains 10 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 September 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 (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (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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