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OV12 LOV

2012 Volvo C30

Orange Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

142,561 mi
Last recorded142,561 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 LOV
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 142,561 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2024 140,323 miles

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

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

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 135,517 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 126,619 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 118,841 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2021 118,834 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 112,189 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre wearing on the inner edge

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Oct 2020 112,189 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre wearing on the inner edge

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 104,754 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2019 104,754 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 92,913 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2018 92,911 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear rubber bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear rubber bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner shoulder.

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 80,509 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 71,566 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 52,064 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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OV12 LOV is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Orange with a 1,999cc petrol 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 OV12 LOV, 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 OV12 LOV registered?

OV12 LOV is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 31 March 2012.

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