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AV12 ZSP

2012 Volvo C30

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

136,339 mi
Last recorded136,339 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 ZSP
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 136,339 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 133,589 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 129,616 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 126,634 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 122,722 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 118,065 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 118,065 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 112,463 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot damaged , but doesn't prevent the ingress of dirt

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2019 112,463 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot damaged , but doesn't prevent the ingress of dirt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 100,604 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 88,831 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 70,074 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 70,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 49,757 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre out of shape on inner edge

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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AV12 ZSP is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV12 ZSP, 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.

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What year was AV12 ZSP registered?

AV12 ZSP is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is AV12 ZSP safe to buy?

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