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SH62 BVS

2012 Volvo C30

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,734 mi
Last recorded99,734 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH62 BVS
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 99,734 miles
Fail 18 May 2026 99,733 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Recommend not to drive (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2025 90,100 miles

Handbrake travel is high but still has reserve

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Windscreen has damage

Fail 4 Apr 2025 90,098 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Handbrake travel is high but still has reserve

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 84,251 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 76,755 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 66,266 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 58,270 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 58,270 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 57,665 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 53,899 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 49,608 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 44,494 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 35,279 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 26,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SH62 BVS is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SH62 BVS, 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 SH62 BVS registered?

SH62 BVS is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 25 October 2012.

Is SH62 BVS safe to buy?

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