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LV12 GUU

2012 Volvo C30

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,263 mi
Last recorded40,263 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 GUU
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 40,263 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2025 40,262 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall cracked, cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2024 37,913 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 36,058 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 32,698 miles

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

nearside wiper blade poor

Pass 28 Oct 2021 29,435 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Nov 2020 23,910 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 18,826 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 16,878 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 16,177 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 12,988 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 10,486 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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LV12 GUU is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LV12 GUU, 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 LV12 GUU?

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What year was LV12 GUU registered?

LV12 GUU is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 28 July 2012.

Is LV12 GUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV12 GUU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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