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FX12 YZC

2012 Volvo C30

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

124,522 mi
Last recorded124,522 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX12 YZC
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 124,522 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2024 120,800 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 114,168 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2023 114,166 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 107,888 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 101,359 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge of Tyre. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge of Tyre. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 96,110 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 96,110 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2019 85,210 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 74,722 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 74,722 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2017 63,056 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 52,477 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 40,736 miles

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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FX12 YZC is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Red 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 FX12 YZC, 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 FX12 YZC registered?

FX12 YZC is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FX12 YZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX12 YZC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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