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OV12 SXN

2012 Volvo C30

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,831 mi
Last recorded90,831 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 SXN
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 90,831 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 86,746 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Dec 2024 86,562 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 82,679 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 76,683 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 71,302 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 67,476 miles

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

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured Mirror (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 58,143 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 52,580 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 52,580 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 46,121 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 39,633 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 33,838 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 SXN is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 OV12 SXN, 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

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What year was OV12 SXN registered?

OV12 SXN is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 18 June 2012.

Is OV12 SXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV12 SXN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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