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J6 SLJ

2012 Volvo C30

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

85,658 mi
Last recorded85,658 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ6 SLJ
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 85,658 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 80,318 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2024 75,353 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged uneven tread pattern and close to wear markers (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 May 2023 70,142 miles

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

small number plates fitted but correct spacing

Pass 20 Apr 2022 63,238 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre out of shape slightly

small number plates fitted but has correct spacing

Fail 19 Apr 2022 63,238 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear tyre out of shape slightly

small number plates fitted but has correct spacing

Pass 23 Apr 2021 57,116 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 56,536 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2020 50,985 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 19 Jan 2019 32,322 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 21,871 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 18,996 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 15,488 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 11,844 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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J6 SLJ is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 J6 SLJ, 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 J6 SLJ registered?

J6 SLJ is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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