2012 Volvo C30 2.0L Petrol · SP62 LDC
2012 Volvo C30 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2012. Recorded mileage 42,956 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Dundee
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,956 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1999cc
SP62 LDC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/06/2025
- 42,956 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: 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.
SP62 LDC Mileage History
- 30/05/202236,299 mi
- 03/07/202337,922 mi+1,623 mi
- 28/06/202440,242 mi+2,320 mi
- 25/06/202542,955 mi+2,713 mi
- 30/06/202542,956 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 2,158 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SP62 LDC 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 (SP62 LDC) between May 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 June 2025 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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