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KE12 DHV

2012 Volvo C30

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

66,986 mi
Last recorded66,986 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE12 DHV
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 66,986 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2026 66,986 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2025 63,703 miles

General suspension corrosion

Pass 3 Apr 2024 60,770 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 60,770 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side tyres wearing low 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 57,234 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears starting to go out of shape and perishing 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Apr 2023 57,234 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears starting to go out of shape and perishing 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 52,417 miles

Tyres wearing 205/50/17

Pass 31 Mar 2021 49,420 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 45,925 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 36,080 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 31,704 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 31,704 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 27,603 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 27,521 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 27,519 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 22,068 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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KE12 DHV is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KE12 DHV, 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

How do I check the history of KE12 DHV?

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What year was KE12 DHV registered?

KE12 DHV is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 31 August 2012.

Is KE12 DHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE12 DHV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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