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SH61 GVF

2012 Volvo C30

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

121,285 mi
Last recorded121,285 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH61 GVF
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 121,285 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2024 113,778 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 107,026 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2023 106,987 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 100,367 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2021 93,275 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 78,888 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 74,328 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 69,959 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 61,660 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 46,073 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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SH61 GVF is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SH61 GVF, 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

How do I check the history of SH61 GVF?

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What year was SH61 GVF registered?

SH61 GVF is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 16 January 2012.

Is SH61 GVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH61 GVF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH61 GVF have outstanding finance?

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