CarVerify

Free Car Check

SL62 EHO

2012 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1984cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

178,688 mi
Last recorded178,688 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volvo
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL62 EHO
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 178,688 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 162,367 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2024 162,367 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened from bind (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 147,243 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 147,243 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 129,030 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2022 129,030 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 107,034 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 107,033 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 84,146 miles

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))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 60,378 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 51,106 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 40,728 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 29,168 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 22,229 miles

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

Offside Rear 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
Full Volvo C30 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SL62 EHO is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SL62 EHO, 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 SL62 EHO?

You can check the full history of SL62 EHO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SL62 EHO registered?

SL62 EHO is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is SL62 EHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL62 EHO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SL62 EHO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SL62 EHO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.