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BG62 TGZ

2012 Volvo C30

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

125,887 mi
Last recorded125,887 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 TGZ
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 125,887 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight corrosion to centre exhaust

wear to inner edge of nearside rear tyre

wear to outer edge of offside front tyre

Pass 2 Jul 2024 113,125 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 108,963 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 105,507 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 100,894 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 94,037 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 86,646 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 76,559 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 19 Nov 2018 76,559 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 63,792 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 50,183 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 36,068 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 36,068 miles

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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BG62 TGZ is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BG62 TGZ, 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 BG62 TGZ registered?

BG62 TGZ is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is BG62 TGZ safe to buy?

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