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LP61 FXJ

2012 Volvo C30

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

70,175 mi
Last recorded70,175 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP61 FXJ
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2025 70,175 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 65,091 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 74,519 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 63,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing replacement recommended (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 61,976 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Jan 2022 61,976 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 59,117 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 6 Jan 2020 57,347 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 8 Jan 2019 54,249 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge offside rear tyre 3mm

Fail 8 Jan 2019 54,249 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge offside rear tyre 3mm

Pass 10 Jan 2018 50,706 miles

Nearside Front cut in inner sidewall on tyre

front brake pads aprox 75 - 80% worn

Fail 8 Jan 2018 50,706 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front cut in inner sidewall on tyre

front brake pads aprox 75 - 80% worn

Pass 9 Jan 2017 46,560 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 39,230 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 28,679 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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LP61 FXJ is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LP61 FXJ, 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 LP61 FXJ registered?

LP61 FXJ is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 18 January 2012.

Is LP61 FXJ safe to buy?

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