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NX12 KZL

2012 Volvo C30

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

83,555 mi
Last recorded83,555 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX12 KZL
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 83,555 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 83,555 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2024 72,197 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm + devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Aug 2024 72,197 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm + devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 63,131 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 56,922 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2022 56,920 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 52,198 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 52,197 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 48,440 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 43,606 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 32,981 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 32,981 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2017 23,981 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 23,981 miles

Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 14,278 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 6,329 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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NX12 KZL is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 NX12 KZL, 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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NX12 KZL is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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