2012 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · VO12 VGU
2012 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 37,538 miles. MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,538 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VO12 VGU Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/04/2025
- 37,538 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VO12 VGU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volvo C30 (VO12 VGU) between April 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
VO12 VGU Mileage History
- 25/04/202232,749 mi
- 24/04/202334,656 mi+1,907 mi
- 19/04/202436,567 mi+1,911 mi
- 23/04/202537,538 mi+971 mi
Average of roughly 1,599 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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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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- Powershift gearbox faultsSerious
Dual-clutch Powershift transmissions can jerk, overheat or fail expensively if fluid servicing has been skipped.
- Rear hatch latch and lock faultsModerate
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 wearModerate
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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