2012 Volvo C30 1.6L Diesel · YR12 POU
2012 Volvo C30 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 03/04/2012. Recorded mileage 147,788 miles. MOT valid until 09/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO C30
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Sheffield
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,788 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1560cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
YR12 POU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/09/2025
- 147,788 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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YR12 POU Mileage History
- 30/08/2023129,077 mi
- 02/09/2024137,808 mi+8,731 mi
- 02/09/2024137,808 mi
- 08/09/2025147,785 mi+9,977 mi
- 09/09/2025147,788 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 9,223 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YR12 POU 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 (YR12 POU) between August 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 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.
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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