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AK62 VLT

2012 Volvo C30

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

118,476 mi
Last recorded118,476 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 VLT
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 118,476 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

emissions too clean ?no input available

undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 16 Aug 2024 115,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 107,922 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 96,263 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 87,583 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 78,987 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 78,987 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 70,740 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2019 70,740 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 61,743 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 61,743 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 50,483 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 50,483 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 38,612 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 38,612 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 27,426 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 27,426 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Volvo C30?

Based on 505,875 MOT tests across 31,193 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,295
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
31,193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,252
Registration plate lamp not working 5,361
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,689
coil spring broken 3,588
position lamp(s) not working 3,397
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AK62 VLT is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2012 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 60,815 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo C30 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK62 VLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C30 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo C30 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK62 VLT registered?

AK62 VLT is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 25 October 2012.

Is AK62 VLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 VLT shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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