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DV12 HFK

2012 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,321 mi
Last recorded128,321 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 HFK
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 128,321 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 122,786 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2024 118,111 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm and void on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2mm and void on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.1mm and void on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm and void on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 113,383 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2023 113,383 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 103,530 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 98,643 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 95,602 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 88,873 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 81,059 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 72,863 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 61,071 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 61,071 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 47,103 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DV12 HFK is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 DV12 HFK, 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 DV12 HFK registered?

DV12 HFK is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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