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S23 JEM

2012 Volvo C30

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,937 mi
Last recorded55,937 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS23 JEM
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 55,937 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 54,138 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres have stepped tread on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 49,547 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 44,704 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

both rear lower suspension tie bar bushes starting to show signs of movement/deterioation

Fail 23 Jun 2022 44,704 miles

Offside Side repeater not working no visable bulb in unit (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

both rear lower suspension tie bar bushes starting to show signs of movement/deterioation

Pass 6 Jul 2021 40,139 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

brake fluid contamination noted around nearside rear caliper/piston seal,no visable fluid leak found during inspection,after brake test(area looks to have been cleaned prior/after brake inspection

passenger front seat belt starting to frey/fluff

Pass 6 Jul 2020 36,285 miles

both front tyres wearing on very edges of inner tread/shoulders

Pass 26 Mar 2019 29,313 miles

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens cracked and unit full of water (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 23,497 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 17,170 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 15,925 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 12,534 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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S23 JEM is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Black with a 1,997cc petrol 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 S23 JEM, 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 S23 JEM registered?

S23 JEM is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is S23 JEM safe to buy?

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