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SG62 BYW

2012 Volvo C30

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,057 mi
Last recorded89,057 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG62 BYW
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 89,057 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 77,880 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2019 77,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 63,962 miles

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

o/s/f tyre is worn on inner edges 205/50/17

Pass 8 Aug 2017 50,691 miles

Both front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

Fail 8 Aug 2017 50,638 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Both front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

Pass 22 Aug 2016 43,913 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 35,777 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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SG62 BYW is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SG62 BYW, 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 SG62 BYW registered?

SG62 BYW is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is SG62 BYW safe to buy?

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